Head to head
Ifor Williams HBX506 vs Tickners CP53
The Tickners CP53 is 730kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBX506 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,370kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBX506 weighs 730kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HBX506 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HBX506 carries 1,370kg more.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HBX506 is 1.79m (6ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HBX506 is 81cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HBX506 | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 865kg | 135kg |
| Payload | 1735kg | 365kg |
| Internal length | 3.26m | 1470mm |
| Internal width | 1.67m | 865mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams HBX506, Tickners CP53. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HBX506 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,370kg more
- you want one that is 1.79m (6ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 81cm (2.5ft) wider inside
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.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the CP53 if...
- you want one that is 730kg 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 HBX506 and the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53 is 730kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBX506 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,370kg more. The Ifor Williams HBX506 is a a double horsebox trailer from Ifor Williams' HBX range; the Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams HBX506 or the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53. It is 730kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBX506.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams HBX506 or the Tickners CP53?
The Ifor Williams HBX506, by 1,370kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HBX506 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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