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Ifor Williams HBX506 vs Krone Mega

The Krone Mega carries 30,915kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams HBX506
Ifor Williams HBX506 - image: Norfolk Trailers
Krone Mega
Krone Mega - image: KRONE

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams HBX506Krone Mega
Payload1735kg32650 kg
Gross weight2600kg-
Unladen weight865kg-
Internal length3.26m-
Internal width1.67m-
Permissible total weight-39000 kg
Dead weight-6350 kg
Clear side length-13620 mm
Clear side width-2480 mm

Sources: Ifor Williams HBX506, Krone Mega. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the HBX506 if...

A mid-size horsebox for owners moving one or two horses who want the updated HBX styling and features rather than the standard HB range trailer.

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Buy or hire the Mega if...

  • you want one that carries 30,915kg more

A tall-bodied curtainside trailer used by hauliers to maximise cubic load space for bulky but relatively light freight, within standard road height limits.

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Full Mega specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams HBX506 and the Krone Mega?

The Krone Mega carries 30,915kg more. The Ifor Williams HBX506 is a a double horsebox trailer from Ifor Williams' HBX range; the Krone Mega is a high-cube curtainside semi-trailer.

Which carries more, the Ifor Williams HBX506 or the Krone Mega?

The Krone Mega, by 30,915kg.

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