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Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed vs M-Tec 8ft 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 439kg 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 439kg 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 719kg to 978kg depending on model | 280kg |
| Internal width | 2.04m (all models) | 1220mm |
| Internal length options | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m | - |
| Payload | - | 470kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed, M-Tec 8ft 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 439kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
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 8ft 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 439kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 439kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed or the M-Tec 8ft 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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