Head to head
Brian James A-Max 305 vs Ifor Williams BV126
The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 485kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV126 carries 485kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 305 | Ifor Williams BV126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2035kg | 2520kg |
| Internal bed | 4.3m x 1.96m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.60m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
| Axles | - | Twin (dual) |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 305, Ifor Williams BV126. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A-Max 305 if...
Suits owners of larger saloons or estate cars who have outgrown the shorter A-Max 210 but do not need a full car-transporter range trailer. The extra bed length and payload give more margin for a heavier road car.
Listed by
- A47 Barwell Trailers Sales Hire Service Ltd - Leicester, Barwell
Buy or hire the BV126 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 485kg 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 305 and the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 485kg more. The Brian James A-Max 305 is a a longer, higher-capacity version of the A-Max flatbed car trailer; the Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126, by 485kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 305 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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