Head to head
Ifor Williams CT136HD vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 740kg lighter empty and is 39cm (1.5ft) longer inside. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 1cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 740kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 39cm (1.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 1cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT136HD | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 510kg | 1250kg |
| Internal length | 4.0m | 3615mm |
| Internal width | 1.84m | 1850mm |
| Payload | - | 2250kg |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT136HD, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 740kg lighter empty
- you want one that is 39cm (1.5ft) longer inside
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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 1cm wider inside
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT136HD and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 740kg lighter empty and is 39cm (1.5ft) longer inside. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 1cm wider inside. 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 M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT136HD or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD. It is 740kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT136HD or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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