Head to head
Bateson Eurostock 326C vs Ifor Williams GD85
The Ifor Williams GD85 is 655kg lighter empty. The Bateson Eurostock 326C is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson Eurostock 326C weighs 655kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson Eurostock 326C is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Eurostock 326C | Ifor Williams GD85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle |
| Unladen weight | 1050kg | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle |
| Brakes | Braked, 250mm brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run |
| Payload | 2050kg | - |
| Internal length | 3600mm | - |
| Internal width | 1710mm | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
| Axles | 2 | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
Sources: Bateson Eurostock 326C, Ifor Williams GD85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Eurostock 326C if...
- you want one that is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross
A 12-foot livestock trailer with a cattle division fitted as standard, aimed at farmers moving cattle or mixed stock in manageable batches. Twin large-section wheels and tyres are shared with Bateson's other Eurostock models for easier parts support.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
- you want one that is 655kg lighter empty
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 Bateson Eurostock 326C and the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Ifor Williams GD85 is 655kg lighter empty. The Bateson Eurostock 326C is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson Eurostock 326C is a twin-axle livestock trailer with cattle division; the Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Bateson Eurostock 326C or the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Ifor Williams GD85. It is 655kg lighter empty than the Bateson Eurostock 326C.
Can I tow the Bateson Eurostock 326C 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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