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Ifor Williams HBE506 vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 495kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1,250kg heavier gross and carries 755kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 495kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1,250kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HBE506 carries 755kg more.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is 45cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is 82cm (2.5ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HBE506 | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 775kg | 280kg |
| Payload | 1225kg | 470kg |
| Internal length | 3.26m | 2440mm |
| Internal width | 1.67m | 1220mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams HBE506, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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 carries 755kg more
- you want one that is 45cm (1.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 82cm (2.5ft) longer 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 495kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HBE506 and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 495kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1,250kg heavier gross and carries 755kg more. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 495kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Ifor Williams HBE506, by 755kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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