Head to head
Ifor Williams CT177 vs Ifor Williams CTX208
The Ifor Williams CT177 is a a twin-axle car transporter trailer with a long, narrow bed for single-vehicle recovery and trade use.. The Ifor Williams CTX208 is a car transporter trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT177 | Ifor Williams CTX208 | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | approx. 2695kg | up to 2510kg |
| Overall length | 6.70m / 22'0" | - |
| Bed | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) | - |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | - |
| Unladen weight | 805kg | - |
| Bed height | - | 53cm |
| Loading angle | - | as low as 5 degrees |
| Loading ramps | - | 1.8m standard, 2.4m optional |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT177, Ifor Williams CTX208. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CT177 if...
The CT177 is built to be wide enough for most light commercial vehicles while remaining narrow enough for smaller cars, making it a common choice for vehicle recovery firms and the motor trade. Its long bed and 3500kg GVW keep it within standard car-licence towing limits for a single vehicle plus ramps.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Whitehall Trailers Ltd - Southam
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- Shropshire Trailer Hire - Shrewsbury, Bicton
Buy or hire the CTX208 if...
Ifor Williams's low-loading car transporter, built with a shallow ramp angle so low-slung cars can be driven on and off without grounding. A common sight at trailer hire yards serving track-day drivers and car dealers.
Listed by
- Norfolk Trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT177 and the Ifor Williams CTX208?
The Ifor Williams CT177 is a a twin-axle car transporter trailer with a long, narrow bed for single-vehicle recovery and trade use.; the Ifor Williams CTX208 is a car transporter trailer.
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