Head to head
Ifor Williams HB511 vs Lider Venise
The Lider Venise is 832kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB511 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and is 1.47m (5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB511 weighs 832kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB511 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HB511 is 1.47m (5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HB511 is 57cm (2ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HB511 | Lider Venise | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,700kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 1,000kg | 168kg |
| Internal length | 3.52m | 205cm |
| Internal width | 1.79m | 122cm |
| Brakes | Braked | Unbraked |
| Internal height | - | 39cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
Sources: Ifor Williams HB511, Lider Venise. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HB511 if...
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.47m (5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 57cm (2ft) wider inside
The wider step up from the HB506, for larger horses or owners who want more room in transit. The extra 12cm of internal width and 36cm of length cost 80kg unladen, which is worth checking against your tow vehicle before choosing it over the HB506.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the Venise if...
- you want one that is 832kg lighter empty
A close match for the Cadix in size and weight, giving buyers another styling option in Lider's camping trailer line-up. Same 205cm length as the Cadix and 10cm narrower, so the choice between them is about what fits your garage rather than what it will carry.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HB511 and the Lider Venise?
The Lider Venise is 832kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB511 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and is 1.47m (5ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams HB511 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle, wider body; the Lider Venise is a a small unbraked single-axle camping and general purpose trailer with a lift-off lid..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams HB511 or the Lider Venise?
The Lider Venise. It is 832kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB511.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HB511 or the Lider Venise 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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