Head to head
Bateson 120V Van Trailer vs Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2,250kg heavier gross and is 89cm (3ft) wider inside. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is 459kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed weighs 459kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 89cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 120V Van Trailer | Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model |
| Unladen weight | 260kg | 719kg to 978kg depending on model |
| Internal width | 1150mm | 2.04m (all models) |
| Payload | 490kg | - |
| Internal length | 2050mm | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Internal length options | - | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m |
Sources: Bateson 120V Van Trailer, Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 120V Van Trailer if...
- you want one that is 459kg lighter empty
A light unbraked box trailer with a galvanised chassis and fibreglass body, aimed at private buyers who want weatherproof, lockable storage behind a small car. Its low weight keeps it towable by vehicles with a modest unbraked limit.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the TB Tiltbed if...
- you want one that is rated 2,250kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 89cm (3ft) wider inside
A flatbed trailer with a tilting deck, built for loading vehicles with low ground clearance or for vehicle recovery, where a fixed ramp angle would ground the car. Recovery operators and low-car owners choose it over a standard flatbed for that reason alone.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 120V Van Trailer and the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2,250kg heavier gross and is 89cm (3ft) wider inside. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is 459kg lighter empty. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is a small unbraked fibreglass box trailer; the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed?
The Bateson 120V Van Trailer. It is 459kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed.
Can I tow the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed 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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