Head to head
Ifor Williams GX126 vs Woodford Widebody
The Ifor Williams GX126 carries 1,795kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 435kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GX126 carries 1,795kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX126 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GX126 weighs 435kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GX126 | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 765kg (Skids); 795kg (Ramp) | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | 2735kg (Skids); 2705kg (Ramp) | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Overall length | 5.70m | - |
| Overall width | 2.30m | - |
| Internal length | 3.66m / 12'0" | - |
| Internal width | 1.84m / 6'0" | - |
| Tyres | 155/70R12C | - |
| Internal bed | - | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | - | Single or Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams GX126, Woodford Widebody. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GX126 if...
- you want one that carries 1,795kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
The GX126 is Ifor Williams' mainstream plant trailer for mini diggers, dumpers and similar machinery on a single-axle-per-side, 3500kg braked chassis. Hirers usually pick the Ramp version for self-loading and the Skids version where a separate loading ramp or forklift is already available.
Full GX126 specifications →Buy or hire the Widebody if...
- you want one that is 435kg lighter empty
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GX126 and the Woodford Widebody?
The Ifor Williams GX126 carries 1,795kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 435kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GX126 is a a twin-axle plant trailer available in Skids and Ramp variants for carrying machinery.; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GX126 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Woodford Widebody. It is 435kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GX126.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GX126 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Ifor Williams GX126, by 1,795kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GX126 or the Woodford Widebody 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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