Head to head
Brian James C2 vs Ifor Williams LM166
The Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 1,465kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 1,465kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C2 | Ifor Williams LM166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2035kg | 3500kg |
| Size | up to 16ft long, 6ft wide | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 795kg |
| Payload | - | 2705kg |
| Internal bed | - | 4.77m x 1.98m |
Sources: Brian James C2, Ifor Williams LM166. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C2 if...
Brian James C2, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.
Listed by
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
Buy or hire the LM166 if...
- you want one that is rated 1,465kg heavier gross
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.
Full LM166 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C2 and the Ifor Williams LM166?
The Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 1,465kg heavier gross. The Brian James C2 is a car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams LM166 is a a long-bed flatbed trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James C2 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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