Head to head
Ifor Williams BV84 vs Ifor Williams GD105
The Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV84 | Ifor Williams GD105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg | 2,700kg |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Size | 8ft x 4ft | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 585kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.11m x 1.58m (10ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV84, Ifor Williams GD105. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BV84 if...
Ifor Williams BV84, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. A compact braked box van from the Ifor Williams range, bought for lockable, weatherproof carrying of tools, stock and household goods, and one of the most common used box trailers on the UK market.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the GD105 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross
The same market as the GD85 with about 60cm more bed length, which is the difference between fitting a load and not. Landscapers and anyone moving long materials or a quad choose it for the length rather than the payload, which is unchanged.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV84 and the Ifor Williams GD105?
The Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV84 is a box van trailer, single axle, 8ft x 4ft; the Ifor Williams GD105 is a general duty box trailer, twin axle, longer bed.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV84 or the Ifor Williams GD105 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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