Head to head
Ifor Williams CT136HD vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross and is 1.56m (5ft) longer inside. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 230kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD weighs 230kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 1.56m (5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 62cm (2ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT136HD | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 510kg | 280kg |
| Internal length | 4.0m | 2440mm |
| Internal width | 1.84m | 1220mm |
| Payload | - | 470kg |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT136HD, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle 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 rated 1,850kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.56m (5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 62cm (2ft) wider 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 230kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT136HD and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross and is 1.56m (5ft) longer inside. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 230kg 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 M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT136HD or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 230kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT136HD.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT136HD or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle 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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