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Brian James A-Max 210 vs Ifor Williams GH146

The Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1.1 tonnes more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James A-Max 210
Brian James A-Max 210 - image: Racecarsdirect
Ifor Williams GH146
Ifor Williams GH146 - image: blains.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James A-Max 210Ifor Williams GH146
Gross weight2000kg3500kg
Payload1490kg2590kg
Internal bed4.0m x 1.96m4.285m x 1.84m
Unladen weight-910kg

Sources: Brian James A-Max 210, Ifor Williams GH146. 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.

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Buy or hire the GH146 if...

  • you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
  • you want one that carries 1.1 tonnes more
  • you want one that has a bed 29cm longer

Aimed at plant hire operators who need the longest bed in the GH range for larger excavators or two smaller machines, with a tri-axle chassis to keep payload up within the 3500kg limit.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James A-Max 210 and the Ifor Williams GH146?

The Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1.1 tonnes 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 GH146 is a a tri-axle long-bed plant trailer.

Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 210 or the Ifor Williams GH146?

The Ifor Williams GH146, by 1.1 tonnes.

Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 210 or the Ifor Williams GH146 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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