Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Ifor Williams GD85 is 855kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 855kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | 1250kg |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | - |
| Payload | - | 2250kg |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Internal width | - | 1850mm |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 855kg 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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams GD85 is 855kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD85 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams GD85. It is 855kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD85 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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