Head to head
Ifor Williams P5 vs Rice Beaufort Double
The Rice Beaufort Double is rated 1,080kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Rice Beaufort Double is rated 1,080kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams P5 | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 500kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Unladen weight | 141kg | - |
| Payload | 359kg | - |
| Internal bed | 1.53m x 1.02m | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams P5, Rice Beaufort Double. 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 Beaufort Double if...
- you want one that is rated 1,080kg heavier gross
A twin axle two-horse trailer from a once-major UK horsebox brand. Owners keep older examples going with parts from specialist trailer suppliers rather than buying new.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams P5 and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Rice Beaufort Double is rated 1,080kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams P5 or the Rice Beaufort Double 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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