Head to head
Ifor Williams P6 vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams P6 | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1000kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | Single | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Size | 6ft x 4ft | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 1250kg |
| Payload | - | 2250kg |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Internal width | - | 1850mm |
Sources: Ifor Williams P6, 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 P6 if...
Ifor Williams P6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. The small Ifor Williams general purpose trailer and the forerunner of the current P6e. Householders and gardeners use it for tip runs, garden waste and DIY materials behind almost any car.
Full P6 specifications →Buy or hire the 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
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 P6 and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P6 is a small general purpose trailer, 6ft x 4ft; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams P6 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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