Head to head
Ifor Williams HBE506 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Ifor Williams P5 is 634kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 866kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 634kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HBE506 carries 866kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HBE506 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 775kg | 141kg |
| Payload | 1225kg | 359kg |
| Internal length | 3.26m | - |
| Internal width | 1.67m | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams HBE506, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HBE506 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 866kg more
Aimed at owners who want HB506-sized space for two horses or ponies but need a lower gross weight to stay within a smaller car's towing limit.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the P5 if...
- you want one that is 634kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HBE506 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5 is 634kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 866kg more. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 634kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams HBE506, by 866kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Ifor Williams P5 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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