Head to head
Brian James T6 vs Ifor Williams GX126
The Brian James T6 is a car transporter trailer. The Ifor Williams GX126 is a a twin-axle plant trailer available in skids and ramp variants for carrying machinery..
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James T6 | Ifor Williams GX126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Size | 2.22m x 5.5m loading area | - |
| Overall length | - | 5.70m |
| Overall width | - | 2.30m |
| Internal length | - | 3.66m / 12'0" |
| Internal width | - | 1.84m / 6'0" |
| Unladen weight | - | 765kg (Skids); 795kg (Ramp) |
| Payload | - | 2735kg (Skids); 2705kg (Ramp) |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Brian James T6, Ifor Williams GX126. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the T6 if...
Brian James T6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.
Listed by
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Buy or hire the GX126 if...
The GX126 is Ifor Williams' mainstream plant trailer for mini diggers, dumpers and similar machinery on a single-axle-per-side, 3500kg braked chassis. Hirers usually pick the Ramp version for self-loading and the Skids version where a separate loading ramp or forklift is already available.
Full GX126 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James T6 and the Ifor Williams GX126?
The Brian James T6 is a car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams GX126 is a a twin-axle plant trailer available in Skids and Ramp variants for carrying machinery..
Can I tow the Brian James T6 or the Ifor Williams GX126 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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