Head to head
Ifor Williams GX84 vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Ifor Williams GX84 carries 1,690kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 260kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GX84 carries 1,690kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX84 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GX84 weighs 260kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GX84 | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 540kg | 280kg |
| Payload | 2160kg | 470kg |
| Internal bed | 2.45m x 1.27m | - |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams GX84, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GX84 if...
- you want one that carries 1,690kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Corwen Trailer Centre - Corwen
Buy or hire the 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 260kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GX84 and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams GX84 carries 1,690kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 260kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GX84 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 260kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GX84.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GX84 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams GX84, by 1,690kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GX84 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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