Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs Woodford Eco Box
The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | Woodford Eco Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | 500kg or 750kg options |
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | 205-275kg depending on size |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | - |
| Dimensions | - | 3,080 x 1,595 x 1,960mm external (largest, ECO745) |
| Internal load space | - | 2,100 x 1,175 x 1,470mm (ECO745) |
| Axle | - | Single axle, unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, Woodford Eco Box. 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 rated 900kg heavier gross
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 Eco Box if...
A lightweight box trailer built to order in Norfolk, bought by tradesmen and small businesses who want secure, lockable load space without the running costs of a van. It comes in four sizes so buyers can match it to what they need to carry.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the Woodford Eco Box?
The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the Woodford Eco Box is a lightweight single-axle box trailer for general and van-replacement use.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Woodford Eco Box 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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