Head to head
Debon 1300 vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Ifor Williams HB403 is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB403 is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Debon 1300 | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 1600kg |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Size | 8ft | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 767kg |
| Payload | - | 833kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.08m |
| Internal width | - | 1.30m |
Sources: Debon 1300, Ifor Williams HB403. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 1300 if...
Debon 1300, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Box trailers give lockable, weatherproof load space, which is why market traders, house moves and tradespeople choose them over an open trailer.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Buy or hire the HB403 if...
- you want one that is rated 300kg heavier gross
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 Debon 1300 and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams HB403 is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Debon 1300 is a box trailer; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Can I tow the Debon 1300 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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