Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Ifor Williams GH146
The Ifor Williams GH146 has a bed 69cm (2ft) longer. The Brian James General Plant carries 3kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams GH146 has a bed 69cm (2ft) longer.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 3kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Ifor Williams GH146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 2590kg |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | 4.285m x 1.84m |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 910kg |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Ifor Williams GH146. 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 3kg 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 GH146 if...
- you want one that has a bed 69cm (2ft) longer
Aimed at plant hire operators who need the longest bed in the GH range for larger excavators or two smaller machines, with a tri-axle chassis to keep payload up within the 3500kg limit.
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 GH146?
The Ifor Williams GH146 has a bed 69cm (2ft) longer. The Brian James General Plant carries 3kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Ifor Williams GH146 is a a tri-axle long-bed plant trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams GH146?
The Brian James General Plant, by 3kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams GH146 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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