Head to head
Debon Roadster C500 vs Ifor Williams CT166
The Debon Roadster C500 is 260kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT166 weighs 260kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Debon Roadster C500 | Ifor Williams CT166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 625kg | 885kg |
| Internal dimensions | 3,130mm x 1,640mm x 2,010mm | - |
| Payload | - | 2615kg |
| Internal bed | - | 4.87m x 1.90m |
Sources: Debon Roadster C500, Ifor Williams CT166. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Roadster C500 if...
- you want one that is 260kg lighter empty
A popular enclosed box trailer with market traders, mobile caterers and tradespeople who need secure, weatherproof storage in transit. The side-opening hatch version is the one most buyers want, because it allows quick access without swinging the rear doors open.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the CT166 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg 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.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Debon Roadster C500 and the Ifor Williams CT166?
The Debon Roadster C500 is 260kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Debon Roadster C500 is a enclosed box van trailer, twin axle; the Ifor Williams CT166 is a a tilt-bed car and machinery transporter trailer.
Which is lighter, the Debon Roadster C500 or the Ifor Williams CT166?
The Debon Roadster C500. It is 260kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT166.
Can I tow the Debon Roadster C500 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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