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Ifor Williams Business Inabox vs Ifor Williams TT3017
The Ifor Williams Business Inabox is a trailer-based mobile workshop, boxvan or catering/retail unit. The Ifor Williams TT3017 is a tipping trailer, twin axle.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams Business Inabox | Ifor Williams TT3017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3,500kg |
| Unladen weight | 1900kg (Workshop M) | 870-880kg depending on tyre specification |
| Internal length | 4.45m (Workshop M) | - |
| Internal width | 2.18m | - |
| Overall length | 5.96m (Workshop M) | - |
| Internal body | - | 3.01m x 1.62m (9ft 9in x 5ft 6in) |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Ifor Williams Business Inabox, Ifor Williams TT3017. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Business Inabox if...
A trailer shell fitted out as a mobile workshop, shop or catering unit rather than a load carrier. Tradespeople and mobile caterers buy it to take a fitted-out workspace to a site rather than build one into a van.
Listed by
- Norfolk Trailers - Norwich
Buy or hire the TT3017 if...
A mid-size powered tipper used by groundworkers, agricultural contractors and self-builders moving muck, aggregate and spoil. The electric tipping ram is what you are paying for over a hand-winch tipper, and on a trailer used weekly it earns that back quickly.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams Business Inabox and the Ifor Williams TT3017?
The Ifor Williams Business Inabox is a trailer-based mobile workshop, boxvan or catering/retail unit; the Ifor Williams TT3017 is a tipping trailer, twin axle.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams Business Inabox or the Ifor Williams TT3017 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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