Head to head
Ifor Williams CT177 vs Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel
The Ifor Williams CT177 is 115kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel weighs 115kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT177 | Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 805kg | 920kg |
| Overall length | 6.70m / 22'0" | - |
| Bed | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) | - |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | - |
| Payload | approx. 2695kg | - |
| Horse capacity | - | 2 horses (16.2hh) |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT177, Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel. 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 115kg lighter empty
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 Supreme Excel if...
A lightweight two-horse trailer from Richardson's Supreme range, chosen by owners who want to keep unladen weight down so it can be towed by a smaller car or 4x4.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT177 and the Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel?
The Ifor Williams CT177 is 115kg 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 Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel is a lightweight two-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel?
The Ifor Williams CT177. It is 115kg lighter empty than the Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel.
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