Head to head
Ifor Williams BV106 vs Tickners CP53
The Ifor Williams BV106 carries 2,235kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 765kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 2,235kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 weighs 765kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams BV106 is 87cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV106 | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal width | 1.73m | 865mm |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) | 135kg |
| Payload | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) | 365kg |
| Overall length | 4.70m | - |
| Internal load length | 3.00m | - |
| Tyres | 155/70R12C | - |
| Internal length | - | 1470mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV106, Tickners CP53. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BV106 if...
- you want one that carries 2,235kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 87cm (3ft) wider inside
The BV106 is an enclosed, lockable box trailer aimed at trades and small businesses that need to keep tools, stock or equipment secure and dry between jobs. The taller 7' high-roof version suits bulkier or taller items at the cost of a little extra unladen weight.
Full BV106 specifications →Buy or hire the CP53 if...
- you want one that is 765kg lighter empty
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV106 and the Tickners CP53?
The Ifor Williams BV106 carries 2,235kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 765kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions.; the Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams BV106 or the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53. It is 765kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV106.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams BV106 or the Tickners CP53?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 2,235kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV106 or the Tickners CP53 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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