Head to head
Graham Edwards GP85DB vs Ifor Williams GD85
The Graham Edwards GP85DB is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 30kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards GP85DB is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards GP85DB weighs 30kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards GP85DB | Ifor Williams GD85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle |
| Unladen weight | 425kg | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle |
| Internal bed | 8'2" x 5' | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked, auto-reverse over-run |
| Payload | 2175kg | - |
| Axles | Tandem | - |
Sources: Graham Edwards GP85DB, Ifor Williams GD85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GP85DB if...
- you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
A farm and smallholder trailer for loose or bagged loads, bales or livestock kit, built to Graham Edwards' tandem-axle braked general-purpose spec rather than the lighter single-axle unbraked version.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
- you want one that is 30kg lighter empty
The entry point of the Ifor Williams general duty range and one of the most common working trailers in Britain. Smallholders, gardeners and tradespeople buy it for everyday hauling without needing a heavy tow vehicle, and the twin-axle version roughly doubles the payload for a modest gain in unladen weight.
Full GD85 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Graham Edwards GP85DB and the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 30kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards GP85DB is a a tandem-axle braked general-purpose dropside trailer; the Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Ifor Williams GD85. It is 30kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards GP85DB.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Ifor Williams GD85 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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