Head to head
Ifor Williams GX vs Woodford Eco Box
The Ifor Williams GX is a plant trailer range. The Woodford Eco Box is a lightweight single-axle box trailer for general and van-replacement use.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GX | Woodford Eco Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700-3500kg | 500kg or 750kg options |
| Unladen weight | - | 205-275kg depending on size |
| Dimensions | - | 3,080 x 1,595 x 1,960mm external (largest, ECO745) |
| Internal load space | - | 2,100 x 1,175 x 1,470mm (ECO745) |
| Axle | - | Single axle, unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams GX, Woodford Eco Box. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GX if...
Ifor Williams GX, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Plant trailers are the working end of groundworks: contractors and hire firms use them to move mini diggers, dumpers and rollers between sites.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the Eco Box if...
A lightweight box trailer built to order in Norfolk, bought by tradesmen and small businesses who want secure, lockable load space without the running costs of a van. It comes in four sizes so buyers can match it to what they need to carry.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GX and the Woodford Eco Box?
The Ifor Williams GX is a plant trailer range; the Woodford Eco Box is a lightweight single-axle box trailer for general and van-replacement use.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GX or the Woodford Eco Box 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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