Head to head
Brian James Box Van 600 vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Brian James Box Van 600 carries 996kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Box Van 600 carries 996kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Box Van 600 | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1600kg |
| Payload | 1829kg | 833kg |
| Internal bed | 3.0m x 1.6m | - |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 767kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.08m |
| Internal width | - | 1.30m |
Sources: Brian James Box Van 600, Ifor Williams HB403. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Box Van 600 if...
- you want one that carries 996kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
Bought by tradespeople and small delivery operators who need goods kept dry and out of sight rather than carried on an open flatbed. Its 2700kg rating keeps it inside the range towable by many car-derived vans.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
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 Brian James Box Van 600 and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Brian James Box Van 600 carries 996kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Box Van 600 is a a small enclosed twin-axle box van trailer; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Box Van 600 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Brian James Box Van 600, by 996kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Box Van 600 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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