Head to head
Ifor Williams P5 vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Ifor Williams P5 is 1,109kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,891kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 1,109kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 1,891kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams P5 | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 141kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | 359kg | 2250kg |
| Internal bed | 1.53m x 1.02m | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Internal width | - | 1850mm |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Ifor Williams P5, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the P5 if...
- you want one that is 1,109kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Buy or hire the 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,891kg more
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams P5 and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams P5 is 1,109kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,891kg more. The Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams P5 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 1,109kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams P5 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 1,891kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams P5 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock 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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