Head to head
Ifor Williams GH126 BT vs Ifor Williams HB511
The Ifor Williams GH126 BT is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH126 BT is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GH126 BT | Ifor Williams HB511 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,700kg |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Size | 12ft x 6ft | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 1,000kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.52m |
| Internal width | - | 1.79m |
Sources: Ifor Williams GH126 BT, Ifor Williams HB511. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GH126 BT if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
Ifor Williams GH126 BT, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. General purpose trailers are the everyday choice for garden waste, tip runs, DIY materials and moving house.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the HB511 if...
The wider step up from the HB506, for larger horses or owners who want more room in transit. The extra 12cm of internal width and 36cm of length cost 80kg unladen, which is worth checking against your tow vehicle before choosing it over the HB506.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GH126 BT and the Ifor Williams HB511?
The Ifor Williams GH126 BT is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GH126 BT is a general purpose trailer; the Ifor Williams HB511 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle, wider body.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH126 BT or the Ifor Williams HB511 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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