Head to head
Ifor Williams HB506 vs Rice Beaufort Double
The Ifor Williams HB506 is rated 1,020kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 9 November 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB506 is rated 1,020kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HB506 | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Unladen weight | 920kg | - |
| Internal length | 3.16m | - |
| Internal width | 1.67m | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Ifor Williams HB506, Rice Beaufort Double. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HB506 if...
- you want one that is rated 1,020kg heavier gross
The mainstream two-horse trailer in Britain, used by private owners and small yards. Its comparatively low unladen weight for the class is the practical point: it widens the range of 4x4s and large SUVs that can legally and comfortably tow it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the Beaufort Double if...
A twin axle two-horse trailer from a once-major UK horsebox brand. Owners keep older examples going with parts from specialist trailer suppliers rather than buying new.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HB506 and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Ifor Williams HB506 is rated 1,020kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB506 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HB506 or the Rice Beaufort Double 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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