Head to head
Ifor Williams HB403 vs Indespension Daxara 158
The Ifor Williams HB403 is rated 950kg heavier gross and carries 293kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB403 is rated 950kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HB403 carries 293kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HB403 | Indespension Daxara 158 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1600kg | 650kg |
| Payload | 833kg | 540kg |
| Unladen weight | 767kg | - |
| Internal length | 3.08m | - |
| Internal width | 1.30m | - |
| Size | - | 4'9" x 3'3" |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked, single axle |
Sources: Ifor Williams HB403, Indespension Daxara 158. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HB403 if...
- you want one that is rated 950kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 293kg more
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 Daxara 158 if...
One of the most common small trailers on British drives: a compact lidded box sold through Indespension and its dealers, bought by campers, anglers and householders for holiday luggage, tip runs and garden waste. At 650kg gross it can be towed by almost any car with a towbar.
Full Daxara 158 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HB403 and the Indespension Daxara 158?
The Ifor Williams HB403 is rated 950kg heavier gross and carries 293kg more. The Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer; the Indespension Daxara 158 is a unbraked single axle camping and leisure trailer.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams HB403 or the Indespension Daxara 158?
The Ifor Williams HB403, by 293kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HB403 or the Indespension Daxara 158 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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