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Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed vs M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2,250kg heavier gross and is 82cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 479kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed weighs 479kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 82cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 719kg to 978kg depending on model | 240kg |
| Internal width | 2.04m (all models) | 1220mm |
| Internal length options | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m | - |
| Payload | - | 510kg |
| Internal length | - | 1820mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed, M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle 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 rated 2,250kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 82cm (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
Buy or hire the 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 479kg lighter empty
An entry-level box trailer for tradespeople and gardeners moving small loads of tools, waste or turf, light enough to tow on a car licence without a trailer test. Its 750kg gross weight keeps it under the unbraked trailer limit.
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 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2,250kg heavier gross and is 82cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 479kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery; the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 6ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 479kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle 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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