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Ifor Williams GX105 HD vs Meredith & Eyre MEF27146

The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is rated 800kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams GX105 HD
Ifor Williams GX105 HD - image: GT Towing
MEF27146
Meredith & Eyre MEF27146

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams GX105 HDMeredith & Eyre MEF27146
Gross weight3500kg2700kg
Unladen weight690kg-
Payload2810kg-
Internal bed3.03m x 1.57m-
Internal frame dimensions-4290 x 1990mm

Sources: Ifor Williams GX105 HD, Meredith & Eyre MEF27146. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the GX105 HD if...

  • you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross

For plant hire operators moving heavier compact machinery on the same bed footprint as the GX105, where the standard trailer's 2700kg gross weight would leave too little payload.

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Buy or hire the MEF27146 if...

A general purpose flatbed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers carrying palletised or bulky goods, sized in Meredith & Eyre's 20-series range above its smaller 16-series flatbeds.

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Full MEF27146 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GX105 HD and the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146?

The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is a a heavy-duty version of the GX105 plant trailer; the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams GX105 HD or the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 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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