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Ifor Williams CT136 vs Meredith & Eyre MEF27146

The Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams CT136Meredith & Eyre MEF27146
Gross weight1,400kg single axle / 2,000kg twin axle / 2,600kg CT136HD2700kg
Unladen weight400kg single axle / 495kg twin axle-
Bed4.00m x 1.84m-
Internal frame dimensions-4290 x 1990mm

Sources: Ifor Williams CT136, Meredith & Eyre MEF27146. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the CT136 if...

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.

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Buy or hire the MEF27146 if...

  • you want one that is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross

A general purpose flatbed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers carrying palletised or bulky goods, sized in Meredith & Eyre's 20-series range above its smaller 16-series flatbeds.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT136 and the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146?

The Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams CT136 is a flatbed car transporter, single or twin axle; the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT136 or the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 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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