Head to head
Ifor Williams GH94BT vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Ifor Williams GH94BT carries 945kg more and is 245kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GH94BT carries 945kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 245kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH94BT is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GH94BT | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 530kg | 775kg |
| Payload | 2170kg | 1225kg |
| Internal bed | 2.79m x 1.31m | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Ifor Williams GH94BT, Ifor Williams HBE506. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GH94BT if...
- you want one that carries 945kg more
- you want one that is 245kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross
Chosen over the standard GH94 by operators who want the heavier-duty BT chassis and tyres for regular loaded towing rather than occasional use, at the cost of a little unladen weight and payload.
Listed by
- 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 GH94BT and the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT carries 945kg more and is 245kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GH94BT is a a braked-tandem version of the GH94 plant trailer; the Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GH94BT or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT. It is 245kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GH94BT or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT, by 945kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH94BT 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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