Head to head
Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed vs Rice Beaufort Double
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 1,420kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 1,420kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Unladen weight | 719kg to 978kg depending on model | - |
| Internal length options | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m | - |
| Internal width | 2.04m (all models) | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed, Rice Beaufort Double. 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 1,420kg 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 Beaufort Double if...
A twin axle two-horse trailer from a once-major UK horsebox brand. Owners keep older examples going with parts from specialist trailer suppliers rather than buying new.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 1,420kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed or the Rice Beaufort Double 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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