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Ifor Williams HBE506 vs Lider 37380

The Lider 37380 is 493kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

HBE506
Ifor Williams HBE506
Lider 37380
Lider 37380 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams HBE506Lider 37380
Gross weight2000kg1000kg
Unladen weight775kg282kg
Payload1225kg-
Internal length3.26m-
Internal width1.67m-
Internal bed-304 x 171 x 10cm
Axles-1
Brakes-Braked

Sources: Ifor Williams HBE506, Lider 37380. 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 tonnes heavier gross

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.

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Buy or hire the 37380 if...

  • you want one that is 493kg lighter empty

Suits buyers wanting a braked flatbed for a ride-on mower or small plant, where the tilting bed lets the load be winched or driven on without a separate ramp.

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Full 37380 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HBE506 and the Lider 37380?

The Lider 37380 is 493kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox; the Lider 37380 is a a braked single-axle tilt-bed flatbed trailer rated at 1000kg gross weight..

Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Lider 37380?

The Lider 37380. It is 493kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Lider 37380 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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