Head to head
Brian James C2 vs Ifor Williams CT136HD
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 565kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 565kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C2 | Ifor Williams CT136HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2035kg | 2,600kg |
| Size | up to 16ft long, 6ft wide | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 510kg |
| Internal length | - | 4.0m |
| Internal width | - | 1.84m |
Sources: Brian James C2, Ifor Williams CT136HD. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C2 if...
Brian James C2, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.
Listed by
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
Buy or hire the CT136HD if...
- you want one that is rated 565kg heavier gross
The CT136HD suits recovery operators, racers and dealers who need a tougher car transporter than the standard CT136, thanks to its heavy-duty beam axles and multi-leaf suspension. Its 4.0m bed and 2.6 tonne gross weight cover most road cars without the cost of a beavertail trailer.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C2 and the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 565kg heavier gross. The Brian James C2 is a car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams CT136HD is a ifor Williams' heavy-duty twin-axle car transporter trailer in the CT136 range, built for moving a single vehicle..
Can I tow the Brian James C2 or the Ifor Williams CT136HD 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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