Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs Richardson Trailers Rosette
The Ifor Williams GD85 is 425kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Richardson Trailers Rosette weighs 425kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | Richardson Trailers Rosette | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | 820 kg |
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | - |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | - |
| Maximum gross weight | - | 1750 kg |
| Overall length | - | 4.15 m (13 ft 7 in) |
| Overall width | - | 2.06 m (6 ft 9 in) |
| Overall height | - | 2.57 m (8 ft 6 in) |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, Richardson Trailers Rosette. 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 425kg 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 Rosette if...
A horse trailer from Richardson's range, sold through UK horsebox dealers as a mid-range option for owners moving one or two horses.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the Richardson Trailers Rosette?
The Ifor Williams GD85 is 425kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the Richardson Trailers Rosette is a horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Richardson Trailers Rosette?
The Ifor Williams GD85. It is 425kg lighter empty than the Richardson Trailers Rosette.
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