Head to head
Ifor Williams HB511 vs Meredith & Eyre MEF27146
The Ifor Williams HB511 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle, wider body. The Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HB511 | Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,700kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 1,000kg | - |
| Internal length | 3.52m | - |
| Internal width | 1.79m | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Internal frame dimensions | - | 4290 x 1990mm |
Sources: Ifor Williams HB511, Meredith & Eyre MEF27146. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HB511 if...
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 MEF27146 if...
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 HB511 and the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146?
The Ifor Williams HB511 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle, wider body; the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HB511 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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