Head to head
Erde 143 vs Ifor Williams HB510XL
The Erde 143 is 1,192kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,708kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL weighs 1,192kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HB510XL carries 1,708kg more.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is 2.81m (9ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is 75cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 143 | Ifor Williams HB510XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 1.44m | 4.25m |
| Internal width | 0.99m | 1.74m |
| Gross weight | 600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 98kg | 1290kg |
| Payload | 502kg | 2210kg |
| Internal height | 0.40m | - |
Sources: Erde 143, Ifor Williams HB510XL. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 143 if...
- you want one that is 1,192kg lighter empty
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.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Buy or hire the HB510XL if...
- you want one that is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,708kg more
- you want one that is 2.81m (9ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 75cm (2.5ft) 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 143 and the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Erde 143 is 1,192kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,708kg more. The Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102.; the Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Erde 143 or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Erde 143. It is 1,192kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB510XL.
Which carries more, the Erde 143 or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Ifor Williams HB510XL, by 1,708kg.
Can I tow the Erde 143 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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