Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Ifor Williams BV126
The Brian James General Plant carries 73kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 73kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Ifor Williams BV126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 2520kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | Twin (dual) |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.60m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Ifor Williams BV126. 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 73kg more
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 BV126 if...
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Brian James General Plant carries 73kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Brian James General Plant, by 73kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams BV126 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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