Head to head
Ifor Williams CT136HD vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 1.56m (5ft) longer inside and is 32cm (1ft) wider inside. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 1.56m (5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 32cm (1ft) wider inside.
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer weighs 90kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT136HD | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 510kg | 600kg |
| Internal length | 4.0m | 2440mm |
| Internal width | 1.84m | 1524mm |
| Payload | - | 2100kg |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT136HD, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin 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 1.56m (5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 32cm (1ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 90kg lighter empty
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 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher weights.
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 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 1.56m (5ft) longer inside and is 32cm (1ft) wider inside. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 100kg heavier gross. 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 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT136HD or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD. It is 90kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT136HD or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin 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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