Head to head
Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer vs Ifor Williams CT166
The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer is 709kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and has a bed 2.37m (8ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT166 weighs 709kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams CT166 has a bed 2.37m (8ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer | Ifor Williams CT166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 176kg | 885kg |
| Internal bed | 2500mm x 1250mm | 4.87m x 1.90m |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Payload | - | 2615kg |
Sources: Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer, Ifor Williams CT166. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the B84 Unbraked Trailer if...
- you want one that is 709kg lighter empty
A basic 8x4 general-purpose trailer with a ramp tailboard, aimed at private buyers wanting a cheap, light trailer for tip runs, garden work or small loads. Optional mesh sides or a ladder rack extend it to trade use.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the CT166 if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 2.37m (8ft) longer
Bought by garages, recovery operators and plant hire firms who load low vehicles or compact machinery by tilting the deck to ground level instead of driving up loading ramps. The narrower CT166 bed suits standard cars and single machines.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer and the Ifor Williams CT166?
The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer is 709kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and has a bed 2.37m (8ft) longer. The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked general-purpose trailer; the Ifor Williams CT166 is a a tilt-bed car and machinery transporter trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer or the Ifor Williams CT166?
The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer. It is 709kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT166.
Can I tow the Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer or the Ifor Williams CT166 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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