Head to head
Ifor Williams BV126 vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Ifor Williams BV126 carries 1,687kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 213kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV126 carries 1,687kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams BV126 is 43cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 weighs 213kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams BV126 is 52cm (1.5ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV126 | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 980kg | 767kg |
| Payload | 2520kg | 833kg |
| Internal length | 3.60m | 3.08m |
| Internal width | 1.73m | 1.30m |
| Axles | Twin (dual) | - |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV126, Ifor Williams HB403. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BV126 if...
- you want one that carries 1,687kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 43cm (1.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 52cm (1.5ft) longer inside
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Buy or hire the HB403 if...
- you want one that is 213kg lighter empty
The smallest trailer in the HB horsebox range, bought by owners of a single horse or a couple of ponies who want the lightest legal option that can still be towed by a mid-size car.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV126 and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams BV126 carries 1,687kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 213kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams BV126 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams HB403. It is 213kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV126.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams BV126 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams BV126, by 1,687kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV126 or the Ifor Williams HB403 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.