Head to head
Erde 102 vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Erde 102 is 712kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB403 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 588kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB403 weighs 712kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB403 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HB403 carries 588kg more.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HB403 is 2.02m (6.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HB403 is 45cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 102 | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 1.06m / 3'5" | 3.08m |
| Internal width | 0.85m / 2'9" | 1.30m |
| Gross weight | 300kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 55kg | 767kg |
| Payload | 245kg | 833kg |
Sources: Erde 102, Ifor Williams HB403. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 102 if...
- you want one that is 712kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Full 102 specifications →Buy or hire the HB403 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 588kg more
- you want one that is 2.02m (6.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 45cm (1.5ft) wider inside
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 Erde 102 and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Erde 102 is 712kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB403 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 588kg more. The Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads.; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Erde 102. It is 712kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB403.
Which carries more, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams HB403, by 588kg.
Can I tow the Erde 102 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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