Head to head
Brian James A-Max 305 vs Ifor Williams GH126
The Ifor Williams GH126 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 700kg more. The Brian James A-Max 305 has a bed 64cm (2ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH126 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GH126 carries 700kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James A-Max 305 has a bed 64cm (2ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 305 | Ifor Williams GH126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2035kg | 2735kg |
| Internal bed | 4.3m x 1.96m | 3.66m x 1.84m |
| Unladen weight | - | 765kg |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 305, Ifor Williams GH126. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A-Max 305 if...
- you want one that has a bed 64cm (2ft) longer
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 GH126 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 700kg more
Used by groundworks and plant hire firms moving mini excavators or dumpers that need both extra length and the full 1.84m bed width the smaller GH models do not offer.
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 GH126?
The Ifor Williams GH126 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 700kg more. The Brian James A-Max 305 has a bed 64cm (2ft) longer. The Brian James A-Max 305 is a a longer, higher-capacity version of the A-Max flatbed car trailer; the Ifor Williams GH126 is a a wide-bed plant trailer for compact machinery.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Ifor Williams GH126?
The Ifor Williams GH126, by 700kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Ifor Williams GH126 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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