Head to head
Ifor Williams HBE506 vs Woodford GP Single Axle Box
The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1,250kg heavier gross and is 22cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1,250kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is 22cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HBE506 | Woodford GP Single Axle Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 750kg (unbraked) |
| Internal width | 1.67m | 1,455mm |
| Unladen weight | 775kg | - |
| Payload | 1225kg | - |
| Internal length | 3.26m | - |
| Tyres | - | 500x10 6-ply |
| Load bed length | - | 2,100mm to 2,710mm depending on size |
| Floor | - | 12mm phenolic-coated birchwood |
Sources: Ifor Williams HBE506, Woodford GP Single Axle Box. 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 22cm 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 GP Single Axle Box if...
A small, lidded box trailer bought by tradespeople and households for tools, tip runs and light loads that need weather protection. Its 750kg unbraked rating means almost any car with a towbar can pull it.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HBE506 and the Woodford GP Single Axle Box?
The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1,250kg heavier gross and is 22cm wider inside. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox; the Woodford GP Single Axle Box is a small single axle box trailer range.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Woodford GP Single Axle Box 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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