Head to head
Ifor Williams CT166 vs Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515
The Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 2.29m (7.5ft) longer. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 595kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT166 weighs 595kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams CT166 has a bed 2.29m (7.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT166 | Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1000kg |
| Unladen weight | 885kg | 290kg |
| Internal bed | 4.87m x 1.90m | 2.58m x 1.58m |
| Payload | 2615kg | - |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT166, Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CT166 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 2.29m (7.5ft) longer
Bought by garages, recovery operators and plant hire firms who load low vehicles or compact machinery by tilting the deck to ground level instead of driving up loading ramps. The narrower CT166 bed suits standard cars and single machines.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Buy or hire the Eurolight EL101-2515 if...
- you want one that is 595kg lighter empty
The EL101-2515 suits owners who only have a small braked towing capacity, since its 1000kg gross weight and single axle keep it within reach of many family cars. Its 2.58m bed still covers everyday jobs like garden waste, flat-pack furniture or a small ride-on mower.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT166 and the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Ifor Williams CT166 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 2.29m (7.5ft) longer. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 595kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT166 is a a tilt-bed car and machinery transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is a a small single-axle flatbed trailer in Ifor Williams' lightweight Eurolight range, built for towing behind cars with a restricted towing limit..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT166 or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 595kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT166.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT166 or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 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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