Head to head
Ifor Williams GX105 HD vs Rice Beaufort Double
The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is rated 1,920kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX105 HD is rated 1,920kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GX105 HD | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Unladen weight | 690kg | - |
| Payload | 2810kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3.03m x 1.57m | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams GX105 HD, Rice Beaufort Double. 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 1,920kg 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.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
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 HD and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is rated 1,920kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is a a heavy-duty version of the GX105 plant trailer; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GX105 HD 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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