Head to head
Ifor Williams GD105 vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 700kg heavier gross and is 190kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 700kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 190kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD105 | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,700kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 585kg | 775kg |
| Internal bed | 3.11m x 1.58m (10ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Payload | - | 1225kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD105, Ifor Williams HBE506. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GD105 if...
- you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 190kg lighter empty
The same market as the GD85 with about 60cm more bed length, which is the difference between fitting a load and not. Landscapers and anyone moving long materials or a quad choose it for the length rather than the payload, which is unchanged.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the HBE506 if...
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 GD105 and the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 700kg heavier gross and is 190kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD105 is a general duty box trailer, twin axle, longer bed; the Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD105 or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams GD105. It is 190kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD105 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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