Head to head
Ifor Williams GH1054 vs Rice Beaufort Double
The Ifor Williams GH1054 is rated 1,920kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH1054 is rated 1,920kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GH1054 | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Unladen weight | 660kg | - |
| Payload | 2840kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3.04m x 1.62m | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams GH1054, Rice Beaufort Double. 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 is rated 1,920kg heavier gross
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.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Norfolk Trailers - Norwich
Buy or hire the Beaufort Double if...
A twin axle two-horse trailer from a once-major UK horsebox brand. Owners keep older examples going with parts from specialist trailer suppliers rather than buying new.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GH1054 and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Ifor Williams GH1054 is rated 1,920kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GH1054 is a a mid-size plant trailer for skid-steers and small diggers; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH1054 or the Rice Beaufort Double 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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