Head to head
Ifor Williams LM126 vs Rice Beaufort Double
The Ifor Williams LM126 is rated 1,920kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM126 is rated 1,920kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM126 | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Unladen weight | 675kg | - |
| Deck | 3.62m x 1.98m (11ft 9in x 6ft 5in) | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM126, Rice Beaufort Double. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the LM126 if...
- you want one that is rated 1,920kg heavier gross
A workhorse flatbed for plant hire firms, groundworkers and landscapers moving mini-diggers, pallets and fencing. The payload relative to its own weight is the reason it is so common on sites: 675kg unladen against a 3,500kg gross leaves a useful figure.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
- 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 LM126 and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Ifor Williams LM126 is rated 1,920kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams LM126 is a flatbed trailer, twin axle; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM126 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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