Head to head
Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 vs Ifor Williams HB506
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 630kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB506 is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB506 weighs 630kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB506 is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | Ifor Williams HB506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1000kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 290kg | 920kg |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked |
| Internal bed | 2.58m x 1.58m | - |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.16m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515, Ifor Williams HB506. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Eurolight EL101-2515 if...
- you want one that is 630kg lighter empty
The EL101-2515 suits owners who only have a small braked towing capacity, since its 1000kg gross weight and single axle keep it within reach of many family cars. Its 2.58m bed still covers everyday jobs like garden waste, flat-pack furniture or a small ride-on mower.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the HB506 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross
The mainstream two-horse trailer in Britain, used by private owners and small yards. Its comparatively low unladen weight for the class is the practical point: it widens the range of 4x4s and large SUVs that can legally and comfortably tow it.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 and the Ifor Williams HB506?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 630kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB506 is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is a a small single-axle flatbed trailer in Ifor Williams' lightweight Eurolight range, built for towing behind cars with a restricted towing limit.; the Ifor Williams HB506 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 or the Ifor Williams HB506?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 630kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB506.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 or the Ifor Williams HB506 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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