Head to head
Brian James A-Max 210 vs Ifor Williams LM166
The Ifor Williams LM166 carries 1,215kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM166 carries 1,215kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams LM166 has a bed 77cm (2.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 210 | Ifor Williams LM166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1490kg | 2705kg |
| Internal bed | 4.0m x 1.96m | 4.77m x 1.98m |
| Unladen weight | - | 795kg |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 210, Ifor Williams LM166. 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 LM166 if...
- you want one that carries 1,215kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 77cm (2.5ft) longer
Bought by contractors and hauliers who regularly carry longer loads, such as fencing materials or several pallets, and need more deck length than the LM106 or LM126 provide.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A-Max 210 and the Ifor Williams LM166?
The Ifor Williams LM166 carries 1,215kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James A-Max 210 is a a lightweight single/twin-axle flatbed car trailer with a 4.0m bed; the Ifor Williams LM166 is a a long-bed flatbed trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 210 or the Ifor Williams LM166?
The Ifor Williams LM166, by 1,215kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 210 or the Ifor Williams LM166 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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