Head to head
Ifor Williams CT177 vs M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 1,245kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is 255kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT177 carries 1,245kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 weighs 255kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT177 | M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 805kg | 550kg |
| Payload | approx. 2695kg | 1450kg |
| Overall length | 6.70m / 22'0" | - |
| Bed | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) | - |
| Internal length | - | 2450mm |
| Internal width | - | 1280mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT177, M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer. 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 1,245kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes 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 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 255kg lighter empty
A step up in payload and stability over the single-axle 8x4 for small building and agricultural contractors, with braked twin axles for safer towing at higher gross weights.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT177 and the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 1,245kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is 255kg 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 M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8.2ft x 4.2ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer. It is 255kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT177.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams CT177, by 1,245kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT177 or the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer 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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