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Erde 143 vs Ifor Williams HB111

The Ifor Williams HB111 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Erde 143
Erde 143 - image: westerntowing.co.uk
HB111
Ifor Williams HB111

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Erde 143Ifor Williams HB111
Gross weight600kg2700kg
Internal length1.44m-
Internal width0.99m-
Internal height0.40m-
Unladen weight98kg-
Payload502kg-
Size-15ft3in x 7ft3in x 9ft

Sources: Erde 143, Ifor Williams HB111. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 143 if...

The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.

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Buy or hire the HB111 if...

  • you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross

Ifor Williams HB111, 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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Erde 143 and the Ifor Williams HB111?

The Ifor Williams HB111 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102.; the Ifor Williams HB111 is a horsebox or horse trailer.

Can I tow the Erde 143 or the Ifor Williams HB111 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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