Head to head
Ifor Williams BV84 vs Ifor Williams GD85
The Ifor Williams BV84 is a box van trailer, single axle, 8ft x 4ft. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV84 | Ifor Williams GD85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked, auto-reverse over-run |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Size | 8ft x 4ft | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle |
| Internal bed | - | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV84, Ifor Williams GD85. 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 GD85 if...
The entry point of the Ifor Williams general duty range and one of the most common working trailers in Britain. Smallholders, gardeners and tradespeople buy it for everyday hauling without needing a heavy tow vehicle, and the twin-axle version roughly doubles the payload for a modest gain in unladen weight.
Full GD85 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV84 and the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Ifor Williams BV84 is a box van trailer, single axle, 8ft x 4ft; the Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV84 or the Ifor Williams GD85 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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