Head to head
Ifor Williams CT177 vs Ifor Williams GX84
The Ifor Williams GX84 is 265kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 535kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 weighs 265kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT177 carries 535kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT177 | Ifor Williams GX84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 805kg | 540kg |
| Payload | approx. 2695kg | 2160kg |
| Overall length | 6.70m / 22'0" | - |
| Bed | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.45m x 1.27m |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT177, Ifor Williams GX84. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CT177 if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 535kg more
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
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the GX84 if...
- you want one that is 265kg lighter empty
An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Corwen Trailer Centre - Corwen
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT177 and the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams GX84 is 265kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 535kg more. 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 GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams GX84. It is 265kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT177.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams CT177, by 535kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Ifor Williams GX84 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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