Head to head
Erde 102 vs Ifor Williams HB510XL
The Erde 102 is 1,235kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,965kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL weighs 1,235kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HB510XL carries 1,965kg more.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is 3.19m (10.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is 89cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 102 | Ifor Williams HB510XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 1.06m / 3'5" | 4.25m |
| Internal width | 0.85m / 2'9" | 1.74m |
| Gross weight | 300kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 55kg | 1290kg |
| Payload | 245kg | 2210kg |
Sources: Erde 102, Ifor Williams HB510XL. 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 1,235kg 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 HB510XL if...
- you want one that is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,965kg more
- you want one that is 3.19m (10.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 89cm (3ft) wider inside
For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Erde 102 and the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Erde 102 is 1,235kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,965kg 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 HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Erde 102. It is 1,235kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB510XL.
Which carries more, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Ifor Williams HB510XL, by 1,965kg.
Can I tow the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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