Head to head
Ifor Williams GD84 vs Ifor Williams GX126
The Ifor Williams GD84 is 315kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GX126 is 59cm (2ft) wider inside and is 1.11m (3.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GX126 weighs 315kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams GX126 is 59cm (2ft) wider inside.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams GX126 is 1.11m (3.5ft) longer inside.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX126 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GX126 carries 485kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD84 | Ifor Williams GX126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 450kg | 765kg (Skids); 795kg (Ramp) |
| Payload | 2250kg | 2735kg (Skids); 2705kg (Ramp) |
| Internal length | 2.55m | 3.66m / 12'0" |
| Internal width | 1.25m | 1.84m / 6'0" |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Overall length | - | 5.70m |
| Overall width | - | 2.30m |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD84, Ifor Williams GX126. 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 315kg lighter empty
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
Buy or hire the GX126 if...
- you want one that is 59cm (2ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 1.11m (3.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 485kg more
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 GD84 and the Ifor Williams GX126?
The Ifor Williams GD84 is 315kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GX126 is 59cm (2ft) wider inside and is 1.11m (3.5ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams GD84 is a a general-purpose dropside trailer; 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 GD84 or the Ifor Williams GX126?
The Ifor Williams GD84. It is 315kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GX126.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GD84 or the Ifor Williams GX126?
The Ifor Williams GX126, by 485kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD84 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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