Head to head
Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter vs Ifor Williams HBX506
The Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter is a twin-axle beavertail plant/vehicle transporter trailer. The Ifor Williams HBX506 is a a double horsebox trailer from ifor williams' hbx range.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter | Ifor Williams HBX506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg, braked | 2600kg |
| Platform size | 12ft x 6ft 6in (3.66m x 1.98m) | - |
| Axles | twin axle | - |
| Floor | phenol-coated anti-slip, flat deck | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 865kg |
| Payload | - | 1735kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter, Ifor Williams HBX506. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Beaver Tail Transporter if...
A galvanised beavertail trailer with a flat, ramped deck for driving plant or vehicles straight on and off. It is aimed at plant hire and groundworks firms moving mini diggers, dumpers or cars between sites without a dedicated low-loader.
Listed by
- Derby Trailer Hire Limited - Derby
Buy or hire the HBX506 if...
A mid-size horsebox for owners moving one or two horses who want the updated HBX styling and features rather than the standard HB range trailer.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter and the Ifor Williams HBX506?
The Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter is a twin-axle beavertail plant/vehicle transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams HBX506 is a a double horsebox trailer from Ifor Williams' HBX range.
Can I tow the Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter or the Ifor Williams HBX506 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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