Head to head
Ifor Williams P7e vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Ifor Williams P7e is 1,057kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,693kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 1,057kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 1,693kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams P7e | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 193kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | 557kg | 2250kg |
| Internal bed | 2.21m x 1.21m | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Internal width | - | 1850mm |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Ifor Williams P7e, 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 P7e if...
- you want one that is 1,057kg lighter empty
For buyers who find the P6e's bed a little short for longer items like ladders or fencing panels, on the same unbraked 750kg chassis.
Listed by
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Buy or hire the 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,693kg 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 P7e and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams P7e is 1,057kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,693kg more. The Ifor Williams P7e is a a slightly longer unbraked general-purpose trailer; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams P7e or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams P7e. It is 1,057kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams P7e or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 1,693kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams P7e 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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