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Ifor Williams HB510XL vs Rice Beaufort Double

The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 1,920kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams HB510XL
Ifor Williams HB510XL - image: Universal Trailers
Beaufort Double
Rice Beaufort Double

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams HB510XLRice Beaufort Double
Gross weight3500kgApprox. 1,580kg (3,485lb)
Unladen weight1290kg-
Payload2210kg-
Internal length4.25m-
Internal width1.74m-
Axles-Twin

Sources: Ifor Williams HB510XL, Rice Beaufort Double. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the HB510XL if...

  • you want one that is rated 1,920kg heavier gross

For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.

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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.

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Full Beaufort Double specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HB510XL and the Rice Beaufort Double?

The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 1,920kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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