Head to head
Ifor Williams CT177 vs Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2.2 tonnes more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2.2 tonnes more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT177 | Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | approx. 2695kg | 495kg |
| Overall length | 6.70m / 22'0" | - |
| Bed | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) | - |
| Unladen weight | 805kg | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1985mm x 1220mm |
| Tyres | - | 145/70R13 |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT177, Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM. 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 2.2 tonnes 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
- Whitehall Trailers Ltd - Southam
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- Shropshire Trailer Hire - Shrewsbury, Bicton
Buy or hire the MEG7564TRM if...
A 6'6" x 4' unbraked general purpose trailer with mesh sides and a loading ramp, sized for garden waste, small plant and tip runs. A common entry-level trailer at UK trailer dealers.
Listed by
- Liverseed Trailers - Preston, Lostock Hall, Penwortham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT177 and the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2.2 tonnes more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. 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 Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM is a general purpose trailer with mesh sides and ramp.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?
The Ifor Williams CT177, by 2.2 tonnes.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM 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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