Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Bateson Deauville carries 607kg more and is rated 700kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 93kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson Deauville carries 607kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson Deauville is rated 700kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Bateson Deauville is 35cm (1ft) wider inside.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson Deauville weighs 93kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Bateson Deauville is 11cm longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 767kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | 833kg |
| Internal length | 3190mm | 3.08m |
| Internal width | 1650mm | 1.30m |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Ifor Williams HB403. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Deauville if...
- you want one that carries 607kg more
- you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 35cm (1ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 11cm longer inside
Bateson's standard horsebox trailer, fitted with a saddle rack and cover as standard, for owners of one or two horses up to 17 hands. It is positioned as a simple alternative to the pricier continental horsebox brands.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the HB403 if...
- you want one that is 93kg lighter empty
The smallest trailer in the HB horsebox range, bought by owners of a single horse or a couple of ponies who want the lightest legal option that can still be towed by a mid-size car.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Bateson Deauville carries 607kg more and is rated 700kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 93kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams HB403. It is 93kg lighter empty than the Bateson Deauville.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Bateson Deauville, by 607kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams HB403 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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