Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 130kg lighter empty and has a bed 6cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 weighs 130kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams GD85 has a bed 6cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | 525kg |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | 2.44m x 1.52m |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | - |
| Payload | - | 2975kg |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, Ifor Williams LM85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
- you want one that is 130kg lighter empty
- you want one that has a bed 6cm longer
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 →Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 130kg lighter empty and has a bed 6cm longer. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams GD85. It is 130kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM85.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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