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Bateson Deauville vs Ifor Williams HB510XL

The Ifor Williams HB510XL carries 770kg more and is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is 430kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bateson Deauville
Bateson Deauville - image: Fieldfare Trailer Centre
Ifor Williams HB510XL
Ifor Williams HB510XL - image: Universal Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson DeauvilleIfor Williams HB510XL
Gross weight2300kg3500kg
Unladen weight860kg1290kg
Payload1440kg2210kg
Internal length3190mm4.25m
Internal width1650mm1.74m
Internal height2220mm-

Sources: Bateson Deauville, Ifor Williams HB510XL. 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 is 430kg lighter empty

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.

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Buy or hire the HB510XL if...

  • you want one that carries 770kg more
  • you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
  • you want one that is 1.06m (3.5ft) longer inside
  • you want one that is 9cm wider inside

For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the Ifor Williams HB510XL?

The Ifor Williams HB510XL carries 770kg more and is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is 430kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer.

Which is lighter, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?

The Bateson Deauville. It is 430kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB510XL.

Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?

The Ifor Williams HB510XL, by 770kg.

Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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