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Brian James Hi Max 200 vs Ifor Williams HB506

The Brian James Hi Max 200 is rated 900kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Hi Max 200
Brian James Hi Max 200 - image: Barwell Trailer Hire
Ifor Williams HB506
Ifor Williams HB506 - image: Norfolk Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Hi Max 200Ifor Williams HB506
Gross weight3500Kg2,600kg
Bed size5.0m (16ft5') x 1.95 (6ft5')-
Load2760Kg-
AxlesTandem-
Unladen weight-920kg
Internal length-3.16m
Internal width-1.67m
Brakes-Braked

Sources: Brian James Hi Max 200, Ifor Williams HB506. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Hi Max 200 if...

  • you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross

Brian James Hi Max 200, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.

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Buy or hire the HB506 if...

The mainstream two-horse trailer in Britain, used by private owners and small yards. Its comparatively low unladen weight for the class is the practical point: it widens the range of 4x4s and large SUVs that can legally and comfortably tow it.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Hi Max 200 and the Ifor Williams HB506?

The Brian James Hi Max 200 is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Brian James Hi Max 200 is a car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams HB506 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle.

Can I tow the Brian James Hi Max 200 or the Ifor Williams HB506 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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