Head to head
Ifor Williams General Duty vs Ifor Williams GH94BT
The Ifor Williams GH94BT is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH94BT is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | Ifor Williams GH94BT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 2700kg |
| Internal length | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) | - |
| Internal width | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) | - |
| Axles | Single or twin axle | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 530kg |
| Payload | - | 2170kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.79m x 1.31m |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Ifor Williams GH94BT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Buy or hire the GH94BT if...
- you want one that is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross
Chosen over the standard GH94 by operators who want the heavier-duty BT chassis and tyres for regular loaded towing rather than occasional use, at the cost of a little unladen weight and payload.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams General Duty and the Ifor Williams GH94BT?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the Ifor Williams GH94BT is a a braked-tandem version of the GH94 plant trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty or the Ifor Williams GH94BT 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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