Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs Lider 34622
The Lider 34622 is rated 100kg heavier gross and is 25kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Lider 34622 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GD85 weighs 25kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | Lider 34622 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | 1500kg |
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | 370kg |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | 306 x 170cm |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | Braked |
| Axles | - | 2 |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, Lider 34622. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
The entry point of the Ifor Williams general duty range and one of the most common working trailers in Britain. Smallholders, gardeners and tradespeople buy it for everyday hauling without needing a heavy tow vehicle, and the twin-axle version roughly doubles the payload for a modest gain in unladen weight.
Full GD85 specifications →Buy or hire the 34622 if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 25kg lighter empty
The lighter-rated sibling of the 34620, aimed at buyers who want a twin-axle flatbed's stability and easier reversing without needing the full 2500kg capacity.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the Lider 34622?
The Lider 34622 is rated 100kg heavier gross and is 25kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the Lider 34622 is a a braked twin-axle flatbed trailer rated at 1500kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Lider 34622?
The Lider 34622. It is 25kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GD85.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Lider 34622 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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