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Ifor Williams CT166 vs Nugent P3118H

The Nugent P3118H is 115kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams CT166
Ifor Williams CT166 - image: Shropshire Trailer Hire
Nugent P3118H
Nugent P3118H - image: Nugent Engineering

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams CT166Nugent P3118H
Gross weight3500kg3,500kg
Unladen weight885kg770kg
Payload2615kg-
Internal bed4.87m x 1.90m-
Internal LxW-3,148 x 1,872 (mm)
Bed height-403 mm
Tyres-185/70R13

Sources: Ifor Williams CT166, Nugent P3118H. 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.

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Full CT166 specifications →

Buy or hire the P3118H if...

  • you want one that is 115kg lighter empty

A twin axle plant trailer with Dual Drive suspension for mini diggers, dumpers and compact plant. Common with hire fleets, builders and groundworks firms.

Full P3118H specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT166 and the Nugent P3118H?

The Nugent P3118H is 115kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT166 is a a tilt-bed car and machinery transporter trailer; the Nugent P3118H is a 10 ft 3 in x 6 ft 1 in twin axle 3.5 tonne plant trailer.

Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT166 or the Nugent P3118H?

The Nugent P3118H. It is 115kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT166.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT166 or the Nugent P3118H 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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