Head to head
Ifor Williams LM85 vs Nugent G2512D
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,420kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D is 80kg lighter empty and has a bed 8cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,420kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 weighs 80kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Nugent G2512D has a bed 8cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM85 | Nugent G2512D | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 525kg | 445kg |
| Payload | 2975kg | 1555kg |
| Internal bed | 2.44m x 1.52m | 2520mm x 1270mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM85, Nugent G2512D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 1,420kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the G2512D if...
- you want one that is 80kg lighter empty
- you want one that has a bed 8cm longer
An entry-level general-purpose trailer for smallholders and light trade users who need a twin-axle chassis but not the larger bed of the G3015D.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams LM85 and the Nugent G2512D?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,420kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D is 80kg lighter empty and has a bed 8cm longer. The Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range; the Nugent G2512D is a a compact twin-axle general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Nugent G2512D?
The Nugent G2512D. It is 80kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM85.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Nugent G2512D?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 1,420kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Nugent G2512D 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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