Head to head
Ifor Williams GX105 vs Rice Beaufort Double
The Ifor Williams GX105 is rated 1,120kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX105 is rated 1,120kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GX105 | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Unladen weight | 675kg | - |
| Payload | 2025kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3.03m x 1.57m | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams GX105, Rice Beaufort Double. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GX105 if...
- you want one that is rated 1,120kg heavier gross
A plant hire and groundworks trailer for skid-steers or mini excavators that need a longer bed than the GX84 but not the higher 3500kg gross weight of the GX105HD.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
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 GX105 and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Ifor Williams GX105 is rated 1,120kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GX105 is a a mid-size plant trailer with a skid or ramp loading option; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GX105 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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