Head to head
Brian James A-Max 210 vs Ifor Williams CT166
The Ifor Williams CT166 carries 1,125kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT166 carries 1,125kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams CT166 has a bed 87cm (3ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 210 | Ifor Williams CT166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1490kg | 2615kg |
| Internal bed | 4.0m x 1.96m | 4.87m x 1.90m |
| Unladen weight | - | 885kg |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 210, Ifor Williams CT166. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A-Max 210 if...
An entry-level flatbed for hobbyist racers and private car movers who only need to shift a light car or kit car occasionally. Its lower gross weight keeps it towable behind smaller cars than the heavier A-Max 305.
Listed by
- A47 Barwell Trailers Sales Hire Service Ltd - Leicester, Barwell
Buy or hire the CT166 if...
- you want one that carries 1,125kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 87cm (3ft) 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 Brian James A-Max 210 and the Ifor Williams CT166?
The Ifor Williams CT166 carries 1,125kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James A-Max 210 is a a lightweight single/twin-axle flatbed car trailer with a 4.0m bed; the Ifor Williams CT166 is a a tilt-bed car and machinery transporter trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 210 or the Ifor Williams CT166?
The Ifor Williams CT166, by 1,125kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 210 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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