Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Bateson Deauville carries 215kg more and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is 85kg lighter empty and is 7cm longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson Deauville carries 215kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson Deauville is rated 300kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson Deauville weighs 85kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is 7cm longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is 2cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 775kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | 1225kg |
| Internal length | 3190mm | 3.26m |
| Internal width | 1650mm | 1.67m |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Ifor Williams HBE506. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Deauville if...
- you want one that carries 215kg more
- you want one that is rated 300kg heavier gross
Bateson's standard horsebox trailer, fitted with a saddle rack and cover as standard, for owners of one or two horses up to 17 hands. It is positioned as a simple alternative to the pricier continental horsebox brands.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Manningtree Hire & Self Storage - Manningtree, Lawford
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the HBE506 if...
- you want one that is 85kg lighter empty
- you want one that is 7cm longer inside
- you want one that is 2cm 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
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Bateson Deauville carries 215kg more and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is 85kg lighter empty and is 7cm longer inside. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams HBE506. It is 85kg lighter empty than the Bateson Deauville.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Bateson Deauville, by 215kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams HBE506 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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