Head to head
Ifor Williams BV126 vs Ifor Williams Q Range
The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.65m (5.5ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 680kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 weighs 680kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams BV126 is 1.65m (5.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams BV126 is 51cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV126 | Ifor Williams Q Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1000kg (braked Q) |
| Unladen weight | 980kg | 300kg (Q6b) |
| Internal length | 3.60m | 1.95m (Q6b) |
| Internal width | 1.73m | 1.22m (Q6b) |
| Payload | 2520kg | - |
| Axles | Twin (dual) | - |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV126, Ifor Williams Q Range. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BV126 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.65m (5.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 51cm (1.5ft) wider inside
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Universal Trailers - Billingshurst
Buy or hire the Q Range if...
- you want one that is 680kg lighter empty
A compact trailer aimed at farm and domestic users who need something smaller and lighter than the General Duty range for routine loads around a smallholding or garden.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV126 and the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.65m (5.5ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 680kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer; the Ifor Williams Q Range is a compact general-purpose trailer for agricultural and domestic use, in braked (Q) and unbraked (Unbraked Q) versions.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams BV126 or the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Ifor Williams Q Range. It is 680kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV126.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV126 or the Ifor Williams Q Range 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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