Head to head
Brian James A-Max 210 vs Ifor Williams BV126
The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,030kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV126 carries 1,030kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 210 | Ifor Williams BV126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1490kg | 2520kg |
| Internal bed | 4.0m x 1.96m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.60m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
| Axles | - | Twin (dual) |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 210, Ifor Williams BV126. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A-Max 210 if...
An entry-level flatbed for hobbyist racers and private car movers who only need to shift a light car or kit car occasionally. Its lower gross weight keeps it towable behind smaller cars than the heavier A-Max 305.
Listed by
- A47 Barwell Trailers Sales Hire Service Ltd - Leicester, Barwell
Buy or hire the BV126 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,030kg more
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A-Max 210 and the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,030kg more. The Brian James A-Max 210 is a a lightweight single/twin-axle flatbed car trailer with a 4.0m bed; the Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 210 or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126, by 1,030kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 210 or the Ifor Williams BV126 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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