Head to head
Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 485kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 485kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1000kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 290kg | 775kg |
| Internal bed | 2.58m x 1.58m | - |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Payload | - | 1225kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515, Ifor Williams HBE506. 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 485kg 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 HBE506 if...
- you want one that is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross
Aimed at owners who want HB506-sized space for two horses or ponies but need a lower gross weight to stay within a smaller car's towing limit.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 and the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 485kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1 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 HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 485kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 or the Ifor Williams HBE506 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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