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Ifor Williams General Duty vs Ifor Williams LM106

The Ifor Williams LM106 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

General Duty
Ifor Williams General Duty
Ifor Williams LM106
Ifor Williams LM106 - image: Barnwell Trailers Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams General DutyIfor Williams LM106
Gross weight1400kg to 2700kg depending on model3500kg
Internal length1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in)-
Internal width1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in)-
AxlesSingle or twin axle-
Unladen weight-620kg
Payload-2880kg
Internal bed-3.01m x 1.98m

Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Ifor Williams LM106. 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.

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Full General Duty specifications →

Buy or hire the LM106 if...

  • you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross

For users who find the LM105's 1.68m bed too narrow for pallets or wider machinery but do not need extra length, offering the same bed length on a wider chassis.

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Full LM106 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams General Duty and the Ifor Williams LM106?

The Ifor Williams LM106 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the Ifor Williams LM106 is a a wider general-purpose flatbed trailer.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty or the Ifor Williams LM106 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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