Head to head
Erde 143 vs Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed
The Erde 143 is 621kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.05m (3.5ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed weighs 621kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 1.05m (3.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 143 | Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal width | 0.99m | 2.04m (all models) |
| Gross weight | 600kg | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model |
| Unladen weight | 98kg | 719kg to 978kg depending on model |
| Internal length | 1.44m | - |
| Internal height | 0.40m | - |
| Payload | 502kg | - |
| Internal length options | - | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m |
Sources: Erde 143, Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed. 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 621kg 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 TB Tiltbed if...
- you want one that is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.05m (3.5ft) wider inside
A flatbed trailer with a tilting deck, built for loading vehicles with low ground clearance or for vehicle recovery, where a fixed ramp angle would ground the car. Recovery operators and low-car owners choose it over a standard flatbed for that reason alone.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Erde 143 and the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed?
The Erde 143 is 621kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.05m (3.5ft) wider 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 TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery.
Which is lighter, the Erde 143 or the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed?
The Erde 143. It is 621kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed.
Can I tow the Erde 143 or the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed 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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