Head to head
Ifor Williams HBE506 vs Lider Alicante
The Lider Alicante is 639kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1,250kg heavier gross and is 1.76m (6ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 639kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1,250kg heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is 1.76m (6ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is 67cm (2ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HBE506 | Lider Alicante | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 775kg | 136kg |
| Internal length | 3.26m | 150cm |
| Internal width | 1.67m | 100cm |
| Payload | 1225kg | - |
| Internal height | - | 39cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams HBE506, Lider Alicante. 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 1,250kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.76m (6ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 67cm (2ft) wider inside
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 Alicante if...
- you want one that is 639kg lighter empty
A low-cost, lightweight trailer for campers and DIY users who want an occasional-use box trailer that any car can tow. At 136kg unladen it is light enough to move by hand around a drive, and the lift-off lid means it can be loaded from any side rather than over a tailgate.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HBE506 and the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante is 639kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1,250kg heavier gross and is 1.76m (6ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox; the Lider Alicante is a a small unbraked single-axle camping and general purpose trailer with a lift-off lid..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante. It is 639kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Lider Alicante 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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