Head to head
Humbaur HTK vs Ifor Williams General Duty
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 General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Axles | Twin | Single or twin axle |
| Payload | 2550kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3.14m x 1.75m | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | - | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
Sources: Humbaur HTK, Ifor Williams General Duty. 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 Three Counties - Hereford
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur HTK and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
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 General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Humbaur HTK or the Ifor Williams General Duty 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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