Head to head
Ifor Williams LM85 vs Woodford Widebody
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 2,035kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 195kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 2,035kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 weighs 195kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams LM85 has a bed 0cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM85 | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 525kg | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | 2975kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed | 2.44m x 1.52m | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | - | Single or Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM85, Woodford Widebody. 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 2,035kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 0cm longer
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 Widebody if...
- you want one that is 195kg 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 LM85 and the Woodford Widebody?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 2,035kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 195kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Woodford Widebody. It is 195kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM85.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 2,035kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM85 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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