Head to head
Bockmann Traveller G3 vs Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed
The Bockmann Traveller G3 is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 4cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Traveller G3 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 4cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Traveller G3 | Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model |
| Internal width | 2000mm | 2.04m (all models) |
| Payload | 1830kg | - |
| Internal length | 4580mm | - |
| Internal height | 2400mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 719kg to 978kg depending on model |
| Internal length options | - | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m |
Sources: Bockmann Traveller G3, Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Traveller G3 if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
The 3.5 tonne version of the Traveller for large horses, giving extra length over the G2 for owners transporting bigger animals or wanting a spare stall. It is aimed at yards with a mix of large horse types.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the TB Tiltbed if...
- you want one that is 4cm 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 Bockmann Traveller G3 and the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed?
The Bockmann Traveller G3 is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 4cm wider inside. The Bockmann Traveller G3 is a larger 3.5t Traveller trailer for large horses; the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery.
Can I tow the Bockmann Traveller G3 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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