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Ifor Williams BV126 vs Stewart GX 15 FT

The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams BV126
Ifor Williams BV126 - image: Universal Trailers
GX 15 FT
Stewart GX 15 FT

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams BV126Stewart GX 15 FT
Gross weight3500kg15,000kg
AxlesTwin (dual)125mm dia., 10-stud, 420x180mm brakes
Unladen weight980kg-
Payload2520kg-
Internal length3.60m-
Internal width1.73m-
Length-7,900-9,700mm (26-32ft)
Tare weight-3,980kg
Tyres-385/65Rx22.5 standard, 435/50Rx19.5 flotation option

Sources: Ifor Williams BV126, Stewart GX 15 FT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the BV126 if...

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.

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Buy or hire the GX 15 FT if...

  • you want one that is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross

A 15-tonne flat trailer from Scottish maker Stewart Trailers, built for farms and hire fleets moving bulky loads such as bales or machinery. The choice of standard or flotation tyres lets it be set up for road use or softer ground.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV126 and the Stewart GX 15 FT?

The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer; the Stewart GX 15 FT is a twin-axle flat trailer for agricultural and general haulage use.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV126 or the Stewart GX 15 FT on a car licence?

Stewart GX 15 FT is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.

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