Head to head
Brian James T6 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Brian James T6 is a car transporter trailer. The Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the lm range.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James T6 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Size | 2.22m x 5.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 525kg |
| Payload | - | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Brian James T6, Ifor Williams LM85. 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 LM85 if...
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James T6 and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Brian James T6 is a car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Can I tow the Brian James T6 or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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