Head to head
Ifor Williams P5 vs Meredith & Eyre MEF27146
The Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams P5 | Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 141kg | - |
| Payload | 359kg | - |
| Internal bed | 1.53m x 1.02m | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Internal frame dimensions | - | 4290 x 1990mm |
Sources: Ifor Williams P5, Meredith & Eyre MEF27146. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the P5 if...
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 MEF27146 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
A general purpose flatbed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers carrying palletised or bulky goods, sized in Meredith & Eyre's 20-series range above its smaller 16-series flatbeds.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams P5 and the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146?
The Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes; the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams P5 or the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 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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