Head to head
Ifor Williams CT177 vs Tickners GB855
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 1,345kg more and is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners GB855 is 355kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT177 carries 1,345kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 weighs 355kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT177 | Tickners GB855 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1800kg |
| Unladen weight | 805kg | 450kg |
| Payload | approx. 2695kg | 1350kg |
| Overall length | 6.70m / 22'0" | - |
| Bed | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) | - |
| Internal length | - | 2430mm |
| Internal width | - | 1455mm |
| Internal height | - | 1470mm |
| Axles | - | 2 |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT177, Tickners GB855. 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 1,345kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.7 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 GB855 if...
- you want one that is 355kg lighter empty
Aimed at tradespeople and small businesses needing a bigger payload box trailer for stock, tools or equipment. Braked and twin-axled at 1800kg gross, it carries 1350kg - about three times an unbraked box trailer - so it suits a working week rather than an occasional tip run.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT177 and the Tickners GB855?
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 1,345kg more and is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners GB855 is 355kg 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 Tickners GB855 is a a braked twin-axle box trailer from Tickners' GB range, rated at 1800kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Tickners GB855?
The Tickners GB855. It is 355kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT177.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Tickners GB855?
The Ifor Williams CT177, by 1,345kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Tickners GB855 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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