Head to head
Ifor Williams General Duty vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 3500kg |
| 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 | - | 525kg |
| Payload | - | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Ifor Williams LM85. 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 LM85 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams General Duty and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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