Head to head
Ifor Williams GD105 vs Ifor Williams GX126
The Ifor Williams GD105 is 180kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GX126 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GX126 weighs 180kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX126 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD105 | Ifor Williams GX126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,700kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 585kg | 765kg (Skids); 795kg (Ramp) |
| Internal bed | 3.11m x 1.58m (10ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Overall length | - | 5.70m |
| Overall width | - | 2.30m |
| Internal length | - | 3.66m / 12'0" |
| Internal width | - | 1.84m / 6'0" |
| Payload | - | 2735kg (Skids); 2705kg (Ramp) |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD105, Ifor Williams GX126. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GD105 if...
- you want one that is 180kg lighter empty
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
Buy or hire the GX126 if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
The GX126 is Ifor Williams' mainstream plant trailer for mini diggers, dumpers and similar machinery on a single-axle-per-side, 3500kg braked chassis. Hirers usually pick the Ramp version for self-loading and the Skids version where a separate loading ramp or forklift is already available.
Full GX126 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD105 and the Ifor Williams GX126?
The Ifor Williams GD105 is 180kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GX126 is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD105 is a general duty box trailer, twin axle, longer bed; the Ifor Williams GX126 is a a twin-axle plant trailer available in Skids and Ramp variants for carrying machinery..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD105 or the Ifor Williams GX126?
The Ifor Williams GD105. It is 180kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GX126.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD105 or the Ifor Williams GX126 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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