Head to head
Ifor Williams BV105 vs Ifor Williams CT136HD
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 225kg lighter empty and is 1.0m (3.5ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV105 weighs 225kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 1.0m (3.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 37cm (1ft) wider inside.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV105 | Ifor Williams CT136HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 735kg | 510kg |
| Internal length | 3.00m | 4.0m |
| Internal width | 1.47m | 1.84m |
| Payload | 1965kg | - |
| Axles | Twin (dual) | - |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV105, Ifor Williams CT136HD. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BV105 if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A general enclosed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers who need to keep tools, bikes or stock dry and locked away rather than under a sheet. It sits below the BV125/BV106 in the range, so it suits loads that need weather protection but not extra width or gross weight.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the CT136HD if...
- you want one that is 225kg lighter empty
- you want one that is 1.0m (3.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 37cm (1ft) wider inside
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 Ifor Williams BV105 and the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 225kg lighter empty and is 1.0m (3.5ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV105 is a an enclosed box van trailer on a 3.0m bed; 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 Ifor Williams BV105 or the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD. It is 225kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV105.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV105 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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