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Bockmann Traveller G2 vs Ifor Williams CT166

The Ifor Williams CT166 carries 1,210kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Traveller G2
Bockmann Traveller G2
Ifor Williams CT166
Ifor Williams CT166 - image: Shropshire Trailer Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bockmann Traveller G2Ifor Williams CT166
Gross weight2700kg3500kg
Payload1405kg2615kg
Internal length3570mm-
Internal width2000mm-
Internal height2400mm-
Unladen weight-885kg
Internal bed-4.87m x 1.90m

Sources: Bockmann Traveller G2, Ifor Williams CT166. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Traveller G2 if...

Part of Bockmann's Traveller line built specifically for taller, wider-bodied horses, with more headroom and width than the equivalent K-series trailer. It suits owners of large warmbloods who need extra clearance.

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Buy or hire the CT166 if...

  • you want one that carries 1,210kg more
  • you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross

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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Bockmann Traveller G2 and the Ifor Williams CT166?

The Ifor Williams CT166 carries 1,210kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Bockmann Traveller G2 is a aluminium trailer for large horses with a walk-in tack room; the Ifor Williams CT166 is a a tilt-bed car and machinery transporter trailer.

Which carries more, the Bockmann Traveller G2 or the Ifor Williams CT166?

The Ifor Williams CT166, by 1,210kg.

Can I tow the Bockmann Traveller G2 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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