Head to head
Erde CH451 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Erde CH451 carries 135kg more and is 32kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Erde CH451 carries 135kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams P5 weighs 32kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Erde CH451 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Erde CH451 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 600kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 109kg | 141kg |
| Payload | 494kg | 359kg |
| Internal bed | 200 x 117cm | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Erde CH451, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CH451 if...
- you want one that carries 135kg more
- you want one that is 32kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
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
Common questions
What is the difference between the Erde CH451 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Erde CH451 carries 135kg more and is 32kg lighter empty. The Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight.; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Erde CH451 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Erde CH451. It is 32kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams P5.
Which carries more, the Erde CH451 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Erde CH451, by 135kg.
Can I tow the Erde CH451 or the Ifor Williams P5 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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