Head to head
Graham Edwards VT3517TB vs Ifor Williams GX84
The Ifor Williams GX84 is 455kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB weighs 455kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards VT3517TB | Ifor Williams GX84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 995kg | 540kg |
| Bed length | 17' | - |
| Bed width | 7' | - |
| Axles | Tri | - |
| Payload | - | 2160kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.45m x 1.27m |
Sources: Graham Edwards VT3517TB, Ifor Williams GX84. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the VT3517TB if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
A tri axle car transporter for recovery firms, dealers and hire fleets moving cars and light vehicles. Winch, wheel chocks and ramps are listed as options.
Full VT3517TB specifications →Buy or hire the GX84 if...
- you want one that is 455kg lighter empty
An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Corwen Trailer Centre - Corwen
Common questions
What is the difference between the Graham Edwards VT3517TB and the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams GX84 is 455kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is a 17 ft x 7 ft tri axle 3.5 tonne car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range.
Which is lighter, the Graham Edwards VT3517TB or the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams GX84. It is 455kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards VT3517TB.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards VT3517TB or the Ifor Williams GX84 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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