Head to head
Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 531kg lighter empty and is 19cm wider inside. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 531kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 19cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 719kg to 978kg depending on model | 1250kg |
| Internal width | 2.04m (all models) | 1850mm |
| Internal length options | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m | - |
| Payload | - | 2250kg |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB Tiltbed if...
- you want one that is 531kg lighter empty
- you want one that is 19cm 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
Buy or hire the 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 531kg lighter empty and is 19cm wider inside. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed. It is 531kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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