Head to head
Ifor Williams CT136HD vs Ifor Williams GD85
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 115kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD weighs 115kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT136HD | Ifor Williams GD85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle |
| Unladen weight | 510kg | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle |
| Internal length | 4.0m | - |
| Internal width | 1.84m | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
| Brakes | - | Braked, auto-reverse over-run |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT136HD, Ifor Williams GD85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CT136HD if...
- you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
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
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
- you want one that is 115kg lighter empty
The entry point of the Ifor Williams general duty range and one of the most common working trailers in Britain. Smallholders, gardeners and tradespeople buy it for everyday hauling without needing a heavy tow vehicle, and the twin-axle version roughly doubles the payload for a modest gain in unladen weight.
Full GD85 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT136HD and the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is 115kg lighter empty. 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.; the Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT136HD or the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Ifor Williams GD85. It is 115kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT136HD.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT136HD or the Ifor Williams GD85 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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