Head to head
Ifor Williams CT136HD vs Tickners CP53
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 2.53m (8.5ft) longer inside. The Tickners CP53 is 375kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD weighs 375kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 2.53m (8.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 98cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT136HD | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 510kg | 135kg |
| Internal length | 4.0m | 1470mm |
| Internal width | 1.84m | 865mm |
| Payload | - | 365kg |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT136HD, Tickners CP53. 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 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 2.53m (8.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 98cm (3ft) 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 CP53 if...
- you want one that is 375kg lighter empty
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT136HD and the Tickners CP53?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 2.53m (8.5ft) longer inside. The Tickners CP53 is 375kg 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 Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT136HD or the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53. It is 375kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT136HD.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT136HD or the Tickners CP53 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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