Head to head
Ifor Williams GD84 vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Ifor Williams GD84 carries 1,417kg more and is 317kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 53cm (1.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GD84 carries 1,417kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB403 weighs 317kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD84 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HB403 is 53cm (1.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HB403 is 5cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD84 | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 450kg | 767kg |
| Payload | 2250kg | 833kg |
| Internal length | 2.55m | 3.08m |
| Internal width | 1.25m | 1.30m |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD84, Ifor Williams HB403. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GD84 if...
- you want one that carries 1,417kg more
- you want one that is 317kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
A everyday farm and smallholding trailer for moving loose loads, logs or small livestock behind a 4x4 or pickup, chosen over the single-axle GD84 when the extra payload of a twin-axle chassis is needed.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Buy or hire the HB403 if...
- you want one that is 53cm (1.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 5cm wider inside
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 GD84 and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams GD84 carries 1,417kg more and is 317kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 53cm (1.5ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams GD84 is a a general-purpose dropside trailer; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD84 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams GD84. It is 317kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB403.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GD84 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams GD84, by 1,417kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD84 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.
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