Head to head
Ifor Williams HBE506 vs Tickners CP53
The Tickners CP53 is 640kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 860kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 640kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HBE506 carries 860kg more.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is 1.79m (6ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is 81cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HBE506 | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 775kg | 135kg |
| Payload | 1225kg | 365kg |
| Internal length | 3.26m | 1470mm |
| Internal width | 1.67m | 865mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams HBE506, Tickners CP53. 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 860kg more
- you want one that is 1.79m (6ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 81cm (2.5ft) 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 CP53 if...
- you want one that is 640kg lighter empty
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HBE506 and the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53 is 640kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 860kg more. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox; the Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53. It is 640kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Tickners CP53?
The Ifor Williams HBE506, by 860kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Tickners CP53 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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