Head to head
HM Trailers DC20 vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| HM Trailers DC20 | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | 2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheels | Single or twin axle |
| Capacity | 12 cubic metres | - |
| Body length | 5200mm (17ft) | - |
| Width | 2550mm (8ft 4in) | - |
| Overall length | 7284mm (23ft) | - |
| Max tipped height | 6210mm (20ft 4in) | - |
| Gross weight | - | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Internal length | - | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | - | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
Sources: HM Trailers DC20, Ifor Williams General Duty. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DC20 if...
A dump trailer for hauling muck, aggregate or waste on a construction site, built to tip clear over a high-sided skip or wagon. Its round-axle running gear and reinforced chassis suit off-road site use rather than road haulage.
Listed by
- H M Trailers - Ongar, Fyfield
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the HM Trailers DC20 and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
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