Head to head
Cheval Liberte HB vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Cheval Liberte HB is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte HB is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte HB | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2000kg |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 775kg |
| Payload | - | 1225kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Cheval Liberte HB, Ifor Williams HBE506. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HB if...
- you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross
Cheval Liberte HB, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Horseboxes and horse trailers like this are chosen by private owners and competition yards moving horses to shows, vets and new yards.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
Buy or hire the HBE506 if...
Aimed at owners who want HB506-sized space for two horses or ponies but need a lower gross weight to stay within a smaller car's towing limit.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte HB and the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Cheval Liberte HB is rated 700kg heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte HB is a horsebox or horse trailer range; the Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte HB or the Ifor Williams HBE506 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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