Head to head
Ifor Williams GH94 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 775kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GH94 has a bed 35cm (1ft) longer and is 25kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 775kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams GH94 has a bed 35cm (1ft) longer.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 weighs 25kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GH94 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 525kg |
| Payload | 2200kg | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | 2.79m x 1.31m | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Ifor Williams GH94, Ifor Williams LM85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GH94 if...
- you want one that has a bed 35cm (1ft) longer
- you want one that is 25kg lighter empty
The entry point of Ifor Williams' plant range, bought by landscapers and groundworkers who need to move a single mini digger or similar and want to keep unladen weight low so more of the 2700kg gross is usable payload.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 775kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg 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
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GH94 and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 775kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GH94 has a bed 35cm (1ft) longer and is 25kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GH94 is a a compact plant trailer for mini diggers and skid-steers; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GH94 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams GH94. It is 25kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM85.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GH94 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 775kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH94 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.