Head to head
Ifor Williams CT136 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams CT136 is 125kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 weighs 125kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT136 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,000kg twin axle / 2,600kg CT136HD | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 400kg single axle / 495kg twin axle | 525kg |
| Bed | 4.00m x 1.84m | - |
| Payload | - | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT136, Ifor Williams LM85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CT136 if...
- you want one that is 125kg lighter empty
The accessible end of car transport, for towing a road car, a track-day car or a small classic. Motorsport and classic-car owners tend toward the twin-axle and HD versions for the higher gross weight and the tie-down provision.
Full CT136 specifications →Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT136 and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams CT136 is 125kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT136 is a flatbed car transporter, single or twin axle; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT136 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams CT136. It is 125kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM85.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT136 or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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