Head to head
Ifor Williams HB403 vs Ifor Williams LM105
The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 2,062kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM105 carries 2,062kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM105 is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB403 weighs 162kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HB403 | Ifor Williams LM105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 767kg | 605kg |
| Payload | 833kg | 2895kg |
| Internal length | 3.08m | - |
| Internal width | 1.30m | - |
| Internal bed | - | 3.01m x 1.68m |
Sources: Ifor Williams HB403, Ifor Williams LM105. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the LM105 if...
- you want one that carries 2,062kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 162kg lighter empty
A workhorse flatbed for farmers, landscapers and small hauliers moving bagged materials, bales or machinery with dropsides, sized to fit most towing vehicles rated to 3500kg.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HB403 and the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 2,062kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer; the Ifor Williams LM105 is a a general-purpose flatbed trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams HB403 or the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105. It is 162kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB403.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams HB403 or the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105, by 2,062kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HB403 or the Ifor Williams LM105 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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