Head to head
Ifor Williams GD84 vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The Ifor Williams GD84 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross and is 71cm (2.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD84 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams GD84 is 71cm (2.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams GD84 is 2cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD84 | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Internal length | 2.55m | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | 1.25m | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
| Axles | Twin | Single or twin axle |
| Unladen weight | 450kg | - |
| Payload | 2250kg | - |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD84, Ifor Williams General Duty. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GD84 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 71cm (2.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 2cm wider inside
A everyday farm and smallholding trailer for moving loose loads, logs or small livestock behind a 4x4 or pickup, chosen over the single-axle GD84 when the extra payload of a twin-axle chassis is needed.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD84 and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The Ifor Williams GD84 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross and is 71cm (2.5ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams GD84 is a a general-purpose dropside trailer; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD84 or the Ifor Williams General Duty 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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