Head to head
Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed vs M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 76cm (2.5ft) wider inside and is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is 169kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 76cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed weighs 169kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 719kg to 978kg depending on model | 550kg |
| Internal width | 2.04m (all models) | 1280mm |
| Internal length options | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m | - |
| Payload | - | 1450kg |
| Internal length | - | 2450mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed, M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin 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 76cm (2.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross
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 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 169kg lighter empty
A step up in payload and stability over the single-axle 8x4 for small building and agricultural contractors, with braked twin axles for safer towing at higher gross weights.
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 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 76cm (2.5ft) wider inside and is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is 169kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery; the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8.2ft x 4.2ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed or the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer. It is 169kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed or the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin 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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