Head to head
Ifor Williams GX84 vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Ifor Williams GX84 carries 1,327kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GX84 carries 1,327kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX84 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB403 weighs 227kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GX84 | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 540kg | 767kg |
| Payload | 2160kg | 833kg |
| Internal bed | 2.45m x 1.27m | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.08m |
| Internal width | - | 1.30m |
Sources: Ifor Williams GX84, Ifor Williams HB403. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GX84 if...
- you want one that carries 1,327kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 227kg lighter empty
An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Corwen Trailer Centre - Corwen
Buy or hire the HB403 if...
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 GX84 and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams GX84 carries 1,327kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GX84 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams GX84. It is 227kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB403.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GX84 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams GX84, by 1,327kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GX84 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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