Head to head
Humbaur HTK vs Ifor Williams BV84
The Humbaur HTK is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Humbaur HTK is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Humbaur HTK | Ifor Williams BV84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1400kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked |
| Payload | 2550kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3.14m x 1.75m | - |
| Size | - | 8ft x 4ft |
Sources: Humbaur HTK, Ifor Williams BV84. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HTK if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
A heavy-duty three-way tipper for builders' merchants and groundworkers who need to tip to either side as well as the rear. The wide model line (2000kg to 3500kg gross) lets buyers pick a size without moving to a different range.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the BV84 if...
Ifor Williams BV84, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. A compact braked box van from the Ifor Williams range, bought for lockable, weatherproof carrying of tools, stock and household goods, and one of the most common used box trailers on the UK market.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur HTK and the Ifor Williams BV84?
The Humbaur HTK is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Humbaur HTK is a a tandem-axle three-way tipping trailer for construction and agricultural use; the Ifor Williams BV84 is a box van trailer, single axle, 8ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Humbaur HTK or the Ifor Williams BV84 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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