Head to head
Erde 102 vs Ifor Williams HBX506
The Erde 102 is 810kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBX506 is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,490kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBX506 weighs 810kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HBX506 is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HBX506 carries 1,490kg more.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HBX506 is 2.2m (7ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HBX506 is 82cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 102 | Ifor Williams HBX506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 1.06m / 3'5" | 3.26m |
| Internal width | 0.85m / 2'9" | 1.67m |
| Gross weight | 300kg | 2600kg |
| Unladen weight | 55kg | 865kg |
| Payload | 245kg | 1735kg |
Sources: Erde 102, Ifor Williams HBX506. 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 810kg 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 HBX506 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,490kg more
- you want one that is 2.2m (7ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 82cm (2.5ft) wider inside
A mid-size horsebox for owners moving one or two horses who want the updated HBX styling and features rather than the standard HB range trailer.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Erde 102 and the Ifor Williams HBX506?
The Erde 102 is 810kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBX506 is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,490kg 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 HBX506 is a a double horsebox trailer from Ifor Williams' HBX range.
Which is lighter, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams HBX506?
The Erde 102. It is 810kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBX506.
Which carries more, the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams HBX506?
The Ifor Williams HBX506, by 1,490kg.
Can I tow the Erde 102 or the Ifor Williams HBX506 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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