Head to head
Ifor Williams CT166 vs Ifor Williams GH126 BT
The Ifor Williams CT166 is a a tilt-bed car and machinery transporter trailer. The Ifor Williams GH126 BT is a general purpose trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT166 | Ifor Williams GH126 BT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 885kg | - |
| Payload | 2615kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.87m x 1.90m | - |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 12ft x 6ft |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT166, Ifor Williams GH126 BT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CT166 if...
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 GH126 BT if...
Ifor Williams GH126 BT, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. General purpose trailers are the everyday choice for garden waste, tip runs, DIY materials and moving house.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT166 and the Ifor Williams GH126 BT?
The Ifor Williams CT166 is a a tilt-bed car and machinery transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams GH126 BT is a general purpose trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT166 or the Ifor Williams GH126 BT 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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