Head to head
Ifor Williams HB511 vs Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel
The Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel is 80kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB511 weighs 80kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HB511 | Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 1,000kg | 920kg |
| Gross weight | 2,700kg | - |
| Internal length | 3.52m | - |
| Internal width | 1.79m | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Horse capacity | - | 2 horses (16.2hh) |
Sources: Ifor Williams HB511, Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel. 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 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
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the Supreme Excel if...
- you want one that is 80kg lighter empty
A lightweight two-horse trailer from Richardson's Supreme range, chosen by owners who want to keep unladen weight down so it can be towed by a smaller car or 4x4.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HB511 and the Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel?
The Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel is 80kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB511 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle, wider body; the Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel is a lightweight two-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams HB511 or the Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel?
The Richardson Trailers Supreme Excel. It is 80kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB511.
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