Head to head
Ifor Williams General Duty vs Ifor Williams GX126
The Ifor Williams GX126 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.82m (6ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX126 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams GX126 is 1.82m (6ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams GX126 is 61cm (2ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | Ifor Williams GX126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 3500kg |
| Internal length | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) | 3.66m / 12'0" |
| Internal width | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) | 1.84m / 6'0" |
| Axles | Single or twin axle | - |
| Overall length | - | 5.70m |
| Overall width | - | 2.30m |
| Unladen weight | - | 765kg (Skids); 795kg (Ramp) |
| Payload | - | 2735kg (Skids); 2705kg (Ramp) |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Ifor Williams GX126. 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 GX126 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.82m (6ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 61cm (2ft) wider inside
The GX126 is Ifor Williams' mainstream plant trailer for mini diggers, dumpers and similar machinery on a single-axle-per-side, 3500kg braked chassis. Hirers usually pick the Ramp version for self-loading and the Skids version where a separate loading ramp or forklift is already available.
Full GX126 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams General Duty and the Ifor Williams GX126?
The Ifor Williams GX126 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.82m (6ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the Ifor Williams GX126 is a a twin-axle plant trailer available in Skids and Ramp variants for carrying machinery..
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty or the Ifor Williams GX126 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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