Head to head
Bockmann Champion Kutsche C vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Bockmann Champion Kutsche C carries 797kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bockmann Champion Kutsche C carries 797kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Champion Kutsche C is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Champion Kutsche C | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1600kg |
| Payload | 1630kg | 833kg |
| Capacity | 2 horses (carriage transport) | - |
| Length | 5885mm | - |
| Width | 2200mm | - |
| Body | Aluminium construction | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 767kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.08m |
| Internal width | - | 1.30m |
Sources: Bockmann Champion Kutsche C, Ifor Williams HB403. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Champion Kutsche C if...
- you want one that carries 797kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
A Bockmann trailer built specifically to carry a horse-drawn carriage as well as the horses that pull it, used by driving enthusiasts and competitors rather than general riders. The aluminium body keeps weight down given the extra load of the carriage.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the HB403 if...
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 Bockmann Champion Kutsche C and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Bockmann Champion Kutsche C carries 797kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Champion Kutsche C is a two-horse carriage transport trailer; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Champion Kutsche C or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Bockmann Champion Kutsche C, by 797kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Champion Kutsche C 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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