Head to head
Brian James A-Max 305 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Brian James A-Max 305 has a bed 1.86m (6ft) longer. The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 940kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James A-Max 305 has a bed 1.86m (6ft) longer.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 940kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 305 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2035kg | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | 4.3m x 1.96m | 2.44m x 1.52m |
| Unladen weight | - | 525kg |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 305, Ifor Williams LM85. 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 1.86m (6ft) 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 LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 940kg more
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A-Max 305 and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Brian James A-Max 305 has a bed 1.86m (6ft) longer. The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 940kg more and is rated 900kg 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 LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 940kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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