Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs Lider 34620
The Lider 34620 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 5kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Lider 34620 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Lider 34620 weighs 5kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | Lider 34620 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | 2500kg |
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | 400kg |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | 306 x 170cm |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | Braked |
| Axles | - | 2 |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, Lider 34620. 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 5kg lighter empty
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 34620 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
A compact twin-axle flatbed for smallholders and landscapers who need to shift a compact tractor or bulk bags but do not have room to tow the longer 32650/32680 decks.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the Lider 34620?
The Lider 34620 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 5kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the Lider 34620 is a a braked twin-axle flatbed trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Lider 34620?
The Ifor Williams GD85. It is 5kg lighter empty than the Lider 34620.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Lider 34620 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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