Head to head
Ifor Williams HB403 vs Meredith & Eyre MEF27146
The Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HB403 | Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1600kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 767kg | - |
| Payload | 833kg | - |
| Internal length | 3.08m | - |
| Internal width | 1.30m | - |
| Internal frame dimensions | - | 4290 x 1990mm |
Sources: Ifor Williams HB403, Meredith & Eyre MEF27146. 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 MEF27146 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
A general purpose flatbed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers carrying palletised or bulky goods, sized in Meredith & Eyre's 20-series range above its smaller 16-series flatbeds.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HB403 and the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146?
The Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer; the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HB403 or the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 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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