Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Ifor Williams LM167
The Ifor Williams LM167 has a bed 1.17m (4ft) longer and carries 62kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams LM167 has a bed 1.17m (4ft) longer.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM167 carries 62kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Ifor Williams LM167 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 2655kg |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | 4.77m x 2.25m |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 845kg |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Ifor Williams LM167. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Plant if...
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 LM167 if...
- you want one that has a bed 1.17m (4ft) longer
- you want one that carries 62kg more
For operators carrying wide loads such as pallets in double rows or plant machinery, taking the LM166's length and adding the range's 2.25m wide-bed option.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Ifor Williams LM167 has a bed 1.17m (4ft) longer and carries 62kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Ifor Williams LM167 is a a long, wide flatbed trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Ifor Williams LM167, by 62kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams LM167 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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