Head to head
Brian James A-Max 305 vs Ifor Williams CT166
The Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 580kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT166 carries 580kg more.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams CT166 has a bed 57cm (2ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 305 | Ifor Williams CT166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2035kg | 2615kg |
| Internal bed | 4.3m x 1.96m | 4.87m x 1.90m |
| Unladen weight | - | 885kg |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 305, Ifor Williams CT166. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A-Max 305 if...
Suits owners of larger saloons or estate cars who have outgrown the shorter A-Max 210 but do not need a full car-transporter range trailer. The extra bed length and payload give more margin for a heavier road car.
Listed by
- A47 Barwell Trailers Sales Hire Service Ltd - Leicester, Barwell
Buy or hire the CT166 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 580kg more
- you want one that has a bed 57cm (2ft) 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 305 and the Ifor Williams CT166?
The Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 580kg more. The Brian James A-Max 305 is a a longer, higher-capacity version of the A-Max flatbed car trailer; the Ifor Williams CT166 is a a tilt-bed car and machinery transporter trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Ifor Williams CT166?
The Ifor Williams CT166, by 580kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 305 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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