Head to head
Ifor Williams CT177 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2,163kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 587kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2,163kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 weighs 587kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT177 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 805kg | 218kg |
| Payload | approx. 2695kg | 532kg |
| Overall length | 6.70m / 22'0" | - |
| Bed | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT177, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 carries 2,163kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 587kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT177 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2,163kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 587kg lighter empty. 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 P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 587kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT177.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams CT177, by 2,163kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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