Head to head
Ifor Williams General Duty vs Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross and is 81cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 81cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model |
| Internal width | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) | 2.04m (all models) |
| Internal length | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) | - |
| Axles | Single or twin axle | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 719kg to 978kg depending on model |
| Internal length options | - | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Buy or hire the TB Tiltbed if...
- you want one that is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 81cm (2.5ft) wider inside
A flatbed trailer with a tilting deck, built for loading vehicles with low ground clearance or for vehicle recovery, where a fixed ramp angle would ground the car. Recovery operators and low-car owners choose it over a standard flatbed for that reason alone.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams General Duty and the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross and is 81cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty or the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed 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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