Head to head
Erde 143 vs Ifor Williams CT136HD
The Erde 143 is 412kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross and is 2.56m (8.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD weighs 412kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 2.56m (8.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 85cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 143 | Ifor Williams CT136HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 1.44m | 4.0m |
| Internal width | 0.99m | 1.84m |
| Gross weight | 600kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 98kg | 510kg |
| Internal height | 0.40m | - |
| Payload | 502kg | - |
Sources: Erde 143, Ifor Williams CT136HD. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 143 if...
- you want one that is 412kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Buy or hire the CT136HD if...
- you want one that is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 2.56m (8.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 85cm (3ft) wider inside
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 Erde 143 and the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Erde 143 is 412kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross and is 2.56m (8.5ft) longer inside. The Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102.; 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..
Which is lighter, the Erde 143 or the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Erde 143. It is 412kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT136HD.
Can I tow the Erde 143 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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