Head to head
Ifor Williams CT177 vs Woodford Widebody
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 1,755kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 475kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT177 carries 1,755kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 weighs 475kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT177 | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 805kg | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | approx. 2695kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Overall length | 6.70m / 22'0" | - |
| Bed | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) | - |
| Internal bed | - | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | - | Single or Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT177, Woodford Widebody. 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 1,755kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 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 Widebody if...
- you want one that is 475kg lighter empty
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT177 and the Woodford Widebody?
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 1,755kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 475kg 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 Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Woodford Widebody. It is 475kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT177.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Ifor Williams CT177, by 1,755kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Woodford Widebody 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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