Head to head
Bockmann HL-AL 3218/27 vs Ifor Williams GH126 BT
The Ifor Williams GH126 BT is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH126 BT is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann HL-AL 3218/27 | Ifor Williams GH126 BT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | 2 | Single |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | Braked |
| Payload | 2134kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3240mm x 1800mm | - |
| Size | - | 12ft x 6ft |
Sources: Bockmann HL-AL 3218/27, Ifor Williams GH126 BT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HL-AL 3218/27 if...
A wider-bedded version of the HL-AL platform trailer, giving trade and construction users more deck area for the same 2.7 tonne gross weight. It is chosen when the standard HL-AL 3016 bed is too narrow for the load.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the GH126 BT if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
Ifor Williams GH126 BT, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. General purpose trailers are the everyday choice for garden waste, tip runs, DIY materials and moving house.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann HL-AL 3218/27 and the Ifor Williams GH126 BT?
The Ifor Williams GH126 BT is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Bockmann HL-AL 3218/27 is a larger tandem-axle high-bed platform trailer; the Ifor Williams GH126 BT is a general purpose trailer.
Can I tow the Bockmann HL-AL 3218/27 or the Ifor Williams GH126 BT 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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