Head to head
Ifor Williams BV126 vs Rice Beaufort Double
The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 1,920kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 1,920kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV126 | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Axles | Twin (dual) | Twin |
| Unladen weight | 980kg | - |
| Payload | 2520kg | - |
| Internal length | 3.60m | - |
| Internal width | 1.73m | - |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV126, Rice Beaufort Double. 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 1,920kg heavier gross
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 Beaufort Double if...
A twin axle two-horse trailer from a once-major UK horsebox brand. Owners keep older examples going with parts from specialist trailer suppliers rather than buying new.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV126 and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 1,920kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV126 or the Rice Beaufort Double 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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