Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs Nugent T3118H
The Nugent T3118H is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Nugent T3118H is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | Nugent T3118H | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | 3,500kg |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | Braked, twin axle |
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | - |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | - |
| External body | - | Approximately 3.1m x 1.8m (10ft 2in x 5ft 11in) |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, Nugent T3118H. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
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 T3118H if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
A heavy-duty tipper aimed at agricultural and construction users, with reinforced sides and Nugent Dual Drive suspension. It competes directly with the Ifor Williams TT range and is usually cross-shopped against it on specification and lead time rather than on price alone.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the Nugent T3118H?
The Nugent T3118H is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the Nugent T3118H is a tipping trailer, twin axle.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Nugent T3118H 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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