Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Ifor Williams LM106
The Brian James General Plant has a bed 59cm (2ft) longer. The Ifor Williams LM106 carries 287kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James General Plant has a bed 59cm (2ft) longer.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM106 carries 287kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Ifor Williams LM106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 2880kg |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | 3.01m x 1.98m |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 620kg |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Ifor Williams LM106. 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 has a bed 59cm (2ft) longer
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 LM106 if...
- you want one that carries 287kg more
For users who find the LM105's 1.68m bed too narrow for pallets or wider machinery but do not need extra length, offering the same bed length on a wider chassis.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Ifor Williams LM106?
The Brian James General Plant has a bed 59cm (2ft) longer. The Ifor Williams LM106 carries 287kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Ifor Williams LM106 is a a wider general-purpose flatbed trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams LM106?
The Ifor Williams LM106, by 287kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams LM106 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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