Head to head
Erde CH451 vs Ifor Williams CT136HD
The Erde CH451 is 401kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD weighs 401kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Erde CH451 | Ifor Williams CT136HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 600kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 109kg | 510kg |
| Payload | 494kg | - |
| Internal bed | 200 x 117cm | - |
| Internal length | - | 4.0m |
| Internal width | - | 1.84m |
Sources: Erde CH451, Ifor Williams CT136HD. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CH451 if...
- you want one that is 401kg lighter empty
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Buy or hire the CT136HD if...
- you want one that is rated 2 tonnes 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 Erde CH451 and the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Erde CH451 is 401kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight.; 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 CH451 or the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Erde CH451. It is 401kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT136HD.
Can I tow the Erde CH451 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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