Head to head
Ifor Williams GH vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Ifor Williams GH is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GH | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Size | 12ft x 6ft | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 775kg |
| Payload | - | 1225kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Ifor Williams GH, Ifor Williams HBE506. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GH if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
Ifor Williams GH, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Plant trailers are the working end of groundworks: contractors and hire firms use them to move mini diggers, dumpers and rollers between sites.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- 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 GH and the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams GH is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GH is a plant trailer range; the Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH 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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