Head to head
Ifor Williams GH94BT vs Tickners CP53
The Ifor Williams GH94BT carries 1,805kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 395kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GH94BT carries 1,805kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH94BT is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GH94BT weighs 395kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GH94BT | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 530kg | 135kg |
| Payload | 2170kg | 365kg |
| Internal bed | 2.79m x 1.31m | - |
| Internal length | - | 1470mm |
| Internal width | - | 865mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams GH94BT, Tickners CP53. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GH94BT if...
- you want one that carries 1,805kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
Chosen over the standard GH94 by operators who want the heavier-duty BT chassis and tyres for regular loaded towing rather than occasional use, at the cost of a little unladen weight and payload.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the CP53 if...
- you want one that is 395kg lighter empty
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GH94BT and the Tickners CP53?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT carries 1,805kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 395kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GH94BT is a a braked-tandem version of the GH94 plant trailer; the Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GH94BT or the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53. It is 395kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GH94BT.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GH94BT or the Tickners CP53?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT, by 1,805kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH94BT or the Tickners CP53 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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