Head to head
Ifor Williams LM85 vs Nugent P2813S
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 800kg heavier gross and is 55kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Nugent P2813S weighs 55kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM85 | Nugent P2813S | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,700kg |
| Unladen weight | 525kg | 580kg |
| Payload | 2975kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.44m x 1.52m | - |
| Bed | - | 2.792m x 1.348m |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM85, Nugent P2813S. 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 is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 55kg 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 P2813S if...
A compact, low-loading plant trailer sized around a mini excavator. The bed is deliberately short, which is the point: it suits a 1.5 to 2 tonne machine and keeps the whole outfit towable rather than chasing capacity it does not need.
Full P2813S specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams LM85 and the Nugent P2813S?
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 800kg heavier gross and is 55kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range; the Nugent P2813S is a plant trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Nugent P2813S?
The Ifor Williams LM85. It is 55kg lighter empty than the Nugent P2813S.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Nugent P2813S 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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