Head to head
Ifor Williams HB403 vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 1,417kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 483kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 1,417kg more.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 483kg more empty.
- Internal width: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 55cm (2ft) wider inside.
- Internal length: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 54cm (2ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HB403 | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 767kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | 833kg | 2250kg |
| Internal length | 3.08m | 3615mm |
| Internal width | 1.30m | 1850mm |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Ifor Williams HB403, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 483kg lighter empty
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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that carries 1,417kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 55cm (2ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 54cm (2ft) longer inside
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HB403 and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 1,417kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 483kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams HB403 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Ifor Williams HB403. It is 483kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams HB403 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 1,417kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HB403 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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