Head to head
Anssems GT500-151 vs Ifor Williams GD85
The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Anssems GT500-151 | Ifor Williams GD85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 500kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle |
| Internal dimensions | 151cm x 101cm x 48cm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle |
| Internal bed | - | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
| Brakes | - | Braked, auto-reverse over-run |
Sources: Anssems GT500-151, Ifor Williams GD85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GT500-151 if...
A light trailer for camping gear, luggage and small DIY loads, towable behind almost any car. The hard-top version is the one most buyers want, because weatherproof and lockable is the whole reason to choose this over a builders trailer.
Full GT500-151 specifications →Buy or hire the GD85 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
The entry point of the Ifor Williams general duty range and one of the most common working trailers in Britain. Smallholders, gardeners and tradespeople buy it for everyday hauling without needing a heavy tow vehicle, and the twin-axle version roughly doubles the payload for a modest gain in unladen weight.
Full GD85 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Anssems GT500-151 and the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Anssems GT500-151 is a small single-axle luggage and general purpose trailer; the Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle.
Can I tow the Anssems GT500-151 or the Ifor Williams GD85 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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