Head to head
Brian James C4 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Size | 2m x 4.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 525kg |
| Payload | - | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Brian James C4, Ifor Williams LM85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C4 if...
Brian James C4, 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
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- 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 C4 and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 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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