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Ifor Williams Q Range vs Tickners RL5000

The Ifor Williams Q Range is a compact general-purpose trailer for agricultural and domestic use, in braked (q) and unbraked (unbraked q) versions. The Tickners RL5000 is a covered, tilting-bed vehicle transporter trailer.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams Q Range
Ifor Williams Q Range - image: Ifor Williams Trailers
Tickners RL5000
Tickners RL5000 - image: Tickners brand image from ticknertrailers.co.uk

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams Q RangeTickners RL5000
Gross weight1000kg (braked Q)2,600-3,500kg depending on model
Unladen weight300kg (Q6b)1,020-1,160kg depending on model
Internal length1.95m (Q6b)-
Internal width1.22m (Q6b)-
Overall length-7,000mm
Bed length-4,870mm
Overall height-2,400mm
Axles-2, 12in 155/5 stud wheels

Sources: Ifor Williams Q Range, Tickners RL5000. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Q Range if...

A compact trailer aimed at farm and domestic users who need something smaller and lighter than the General Duty range for routine loads around a smallholding or garden.

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Buy or hire the RL5000 if...

An enclosed, tilting-bed trailer used to transport and protect a car in transit, popular with motorsport and classic car owners. The manual tilt bed lets a single person load a low car without ramps digging in.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams Q Range and the Tickners RL5000?

The Ifor Williams Q Range is a compact general-purpose trailer for agricultural and domestic use, in braked (Q) and unbraked (Unbraked Q) versions; the Tickners RL5000 is a covered, tilting-bed vehicle transporter trailer.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams Q Range or the Tickners RL5000 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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