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Ifor Williams HBE506 vs Tickners ECO644

The Tickners ECO644 is 560kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1,250kg heavier gross and carries 690kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

HBE506
Ifor Williams HBE506
Tickners ECO644
Tickners ECO644 - image: ticknertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams HBE506Tickners ECO644
Gross weight2000kg750kg
Unladen weight775kg215kg
Payload1225kg535kg
Internal length3.26m1800mm
Internal width1.67m1175mm
Internal height-1190mm
Axles-1
Brakes-Unbraked

Sources: Ifor Williams HBE506, Tickners ECO644. 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 690kg more
  • you want one that is 1.46m (5ft) longer inside
  • you want one that is 50cm (1.5ft) 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.

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Buy or hire the ECO644 if...

  • you want one that is 560kg lighter empty

A budget box trailer for buyers wanting a lightweight, lockable trailer for camping, DIY or light haulage without a braked axle.

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Full ECO644 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HBE506 and the Tickners ECO644?

The Tickners ECO644 is 560kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1,250kg heavier gross and carries 690kg more. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox; the Tickners ECO644 is a an unbraked single-axle box trailer with a lift-off lid, from Tickners' Eco Box range..

Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Tickners ECO644?

The Tickners ECO644. It is 560kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.

Which carries more, the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Tickners ECO644?

The Ifor Williams HBE506, by 690kg.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Tickners ECO644 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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