Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs Nugent P3118H
The Nugent P3118H is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 375kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Nugent P3118H is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Nugent P3118H weighs 375kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | Nugent P3118H | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | 3,500kg |
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | 770kg |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | - |
| Internal LxW | - | 3,148 x 1,872 (mm) |
| Bed height | - | 403 mm |
| Tyres | - | 185/70R13 |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, Nugent P3118H. 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 375kg 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 P3118H if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
A twin axle plant trailer with Dual Drive suspension for mini diggers, dumpers and compact plant. Common with hire fleets, builders and groundworks firms.
Full P3118H specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the Nugent P3118H?
The Nugent P3118H is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 375kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the Nugent P3118H is a 10 ft 3 in x 6 ft 1 in twin axle 3.5 tonne plant trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Nugent P3118H?
The Ifor Williams GD85. It is 375kg lighter empty than the Nugent P3118H.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Nugent P3118H 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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