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Ifor Williams GH1054 vs Ifor Williams GX84

The Ifor Williams GH1054 carries 680kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GX84 is 120kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams GH1054
Ifor Williams GH1054 - image: Norfolk Trailers
Ifor Williams GX84
Ifor Williams GX84 - image: blains.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams GH1054Ifor Williams GX84
Gross weight3500kg2700kg
Unladen weight660kg540kg
Payload2840kg2160kg
Internal bed3.04m x 1.62m2.45m x 1.27m

Sources: Ifor Williams GH1054, Ifor Williams GX84. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the GH1054 if...

  • you want one that carries 680kg more
  • you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
  • you want one that has a bed 59cm (2ft) longer

A step up from the GH94 for plant hire and groundworks operators carrying a mini digger or skid-steer loader that needs a bit more bed width, while still staying towable behind a 3.5t-rated pickup.

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Full GH1054 specifications →

Buy or hire the GX84 if...

  • you want one that is 120kg lighter empty

An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.

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Full GX84 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GH1054 and the Ifor Williams GX84?

The Ifor Williams GH1054 carries 680kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GX84 is 120kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GH1054 is a a mid-size plant trailer for skid-steers and small diggers; the Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range.

Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GH1054 or the Ifor Williams GX84?

The Ifor Williams GX84. It is 120kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GH1054.

Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GH1054 or the Ifor Williams GX84?

The Ifor Williams GH1054, by 680kg.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH1054 or the Ifor Williams GX84 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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