Head to head
Ifor Williams GH94BT vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 805kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GH94BT has a bed 35cm (1ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 805kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams GH94BT has a bed 35cm (1ft) longer.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GH94BT weighs 5kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GH94BT | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 530kg | 525kg |
| Payload | 2170kg | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | 2.79m x 1.31m | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Ifor Williams GH94BT, Ifor Williams LM85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GH94BT if...
- you want one that has a bed 35cm (1ft) longer
Chosen over the standard GH94 by operators who want the heavier-duty BT chassis and tyres for regular loaded towing rather than occasional use, at the cost of a little unladen weight and payload.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 805kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 5kg lighter empty
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 GH94BT and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 805kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GH94BT has a bed 35cm (1ft) longer. The Ifor Williams GH94BT is a a braked-tandem version of the GH94 plant trailer; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GH94BT or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85. It is 5kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GH94BT.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GH94BT or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 805kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH94BT 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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