Head to head
Ford Transit Large Van vs Hamer Horsebox Conversions Renault Master Horsebox Conversion (3900kg)
The Hamer Horsebox Conversions Renault Master Horsebox Conversion (3900kg) is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Hamer Horsebox Conversions Renault Master Horsebox Conversion (3900kg) is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ford Transit Large Van | Hamer Horsebox Conversions Renault Master Horsebox Conversion (3900kg) | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500 kg | 3900kg |
| Payload | 1098 kg (350 L3H3) | - |
| Load volume | 12.4 m3 (L3H3) | - |
| Load length | 3533 mm (L3H3) | - |
| Towing capacity | 2800 kg | - |
Sources: Ford Transit Large Van, Hamer Horsebox Conversions Renault Master Horsebox Conversion (3900kg). Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Large Van if...
The large Transit remains a fleet mainstay for removals and trade work needing more room than the Custom, with this L3H3 350 spec representing a common mid-range hire configuration.
Full Large Van specifications →Buy or hire the Renault Master Horsebox Conversion (3900kg) if...
- you want one that is rated 400kg heavier gross
This Hamer conversion suits owners who want a van-based horsebox rather than a coachbuilt box, since it keeps the Renault Master's standard cab and drivetrain while adding a horse area behind. It is aimed at buyers who value simpler servicing on a mainstream van base over the extra space of a purpose-built chassis.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ford Transit Large Van and the Hamer Horsebox Conversions Renault Master Horsebox Conversion (3900kg)?
The Hamer Horsebox Conversions Renault Master Horsebox Conversion (3900kg) is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Ford Transit Large Van is a large panel van, the long-running Ford Transit in L3H3 350 form as offered on UK commercial hire fleets.; the Hamer Horsebox Conversions Renault Master Horsebox Conversion (3900kg) is a a bespoke horsebox body built by Hamer Horsebox Conversions onto a Renault Master van chassis at 3.9 tonnes..
Can I tow the Ford Transit Large Van or the Hamer Horsebox Conversions Renault Master Horsebox Conversion (3900kg) on a car licence?
Hamer Horsebox Conversions Renault Master Horsebox Conversion (3900kg) is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.
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