Head to head
Ifor Williams LM85 vs M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 895kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 895kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer weighs 95kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM85 | M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 525kg | 620kg |
| Payload | 2975kg | 2080kg |
| Internal bed | 2.44m x 1.52m | - |
| Internal length | - | 3048mm |
| Internal width | - | 1524mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM85, M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 895kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 95kg lighter empty
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
The longest of M-Tec's standard twin-axle box trailers, aimed at contractors and farmers hauling longer loads such as fencing materials, machinery or multiple pallets in one trip.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams LM85 and the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 895kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range; the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 10ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams LM85. It is 95kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 895kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM85 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer on a car licence?
Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.
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