Head to head
Ifor Williams CT136 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Ifor Williams CT136 is rated 650kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 182kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT136 is rated 650kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT136 weighs 182kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT136 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,000kg twin axle / 2,600kg CT136HD | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 400kg single axle / 495kg twin axle | 218kg |
| Bed | 4.00m x 1.84m | - |
| Payload | - | 532kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT136, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 rated 650kg heavier gross
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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 182kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT136 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams CT136 is rated 650kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 182kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT136 is a flatbed car transporter, single or twin axle; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT136 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 182kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT136.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT136 or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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