Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Ifor Williams BV105
The Brian James General Plant carries 628kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 628kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Ifor Williams BV105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 1965kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | Twin (dual) |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 735kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.00m |
| Internal width | - | 1.47m |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Ifor Williams BV105. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Plant if...
- you want one that carries 628kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
A tougher all-round plant trailer for contractors who need to move a range of machines - diggers, dumpers, rollers - rather than one specific type. The tri-axle chassis spreads load for towing at higher gross weight on public roads.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the BV105 if...
A general enclosed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers who need to keep tools, bikes or stock dry and locked away rather than under a sheet. It sits below the BV125/BV106 in the range, so it suits loads that need weather protection but not extra width or gross weight.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Ifor Williams BV105?
The Brian James General Plant carries 628kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Ifor Williams BV105 is a an enclosed box van trailer on a 3.0m bed.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams BV105?
The Brian James General Plant, by 628kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams BV105 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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