Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs Nugent G3015D
The Nugent G3015D is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 205kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Nugent G3015D is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Nugent G3015D weighs 205kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Nugent G3015D has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | Nugent G3015D | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | 600kg |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | 3000mm x 1520mm |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | - |
| Payload | - | 2100kg |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, Nugent G3015D. 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 205kg 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 G3015D if...
- you want one that is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer
A general-purpose farm trailer for loose loads, feed bags or fencing, sized up from the G2512D for users who need a bigger bed on the same twin-axle chassis.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the Nugent G3015D?
The Nugent G3015D is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 205kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the Nugent G3015D is a a mid-size twin-axle general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Nugent G3015D?
The Ifor Williams GD85. It is 205kg lighter empty than the Nugent G3015D.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Nugent G3015D 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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