Head to head
Brian James A-Max 305 vs Ifor Williams GX105
The Brian James A-Max 305 has a bed 1.27m (4ft) longer and carries 10kg more. The Ifor Williams GX105 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James A-Max 305 has a bed 1.27m (4ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX105 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James A-Max 305 carries 10kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 305 | Ifor Williams GX105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 2035kg | 2025kg |
| Internal bed | 4.3m x 1.96m | 3.03m x 1.57m |
| Unladen weight | - | 675kg |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 305, Ifor Williams GX105. 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 1.27m (4ft) longer
- you want one that carries 10kg more
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 GX105 if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A plant hire and groundworks trailer for skid-steers or mini excavators that need a longer bed than the GX84 but not the higher 3500kg gross weight of the GX105HD.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A-Max 305 and the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Brian James A-Max 305 has a bed 1.27m (4ft) longer and carries 10kg more. The Ifor Williams GX105 is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Brian James A-Max 305 is a a longer, higher-capacity version of the A-Max flatbed car trailer; the Ifor Williams GX105 is a a mid-size plant trailer with a skid or ramp loading option.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Brian James A-Max 305, by 10kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Ifor Williams GX105 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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