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Horse Float HBX.

The HBX horse float range blends sleek design, exceptional quality and innovative features, ensuring optimal horse comfort and safety, alongside excellent towability and practicality.

The HBX range is the pinnacle of modern horse float design, blending cutting-edge manufacturing with thoughtful innovation to deliver a truly exceptional product. Developed through years of meticulous research, customer feedback and design refinement, the HBX range combines functionality with sleek, stylish appeal.

Available in three models - HBX403, HBX506 and HBX511 - the range caters to a wide variety of horse transportation needs. The single-horse HBX403 offers a generously wide stall for horses up to 16.2hh, while the double-horse HBX506 and HBX511 accommodate two horses of up to 16.2hh and 17.2hh respectively, making them ideal for a range of equestrian requirements.

Engineered for strength and ease of use, the HBX range features a robust yet lightweight aluminium body, ensuring effortless towing without compromising durability. Its anodised aluminium planking construction delivers a smooth, low-maintenance finish that exudes modern sophistication. An innovative rear door design doubles as a traditional ramp or side-hinged door, offering unparalleled flexibility for loading and unloading.

Comfort and safety are at the forefront of the HBX design. Key options include padded breast and breeching bars, and internal side padding to ensure your horse remains secure and comfortable during transit. Fully or partially opening front windows provide superior ventilation, helping your horse stay relaxed throughout the journey.

Another standout feature of the HBX range is the side awning rail - fitted as standard and exclusively to this range - which allows for a rapid air beam awning to be attached, offering additional versatility and convenience for owners.

With the seamless contemporary lines that feature on the HBX harmonising perfectly with the aesthetics of modern SUVs, the HBX enhances your vehicle's style while offering exceptional performance on the road.

Setting a new benchmark in horse float engineering, the HBX range delivers unmatched comfort and safety for your horses and unparalleled ease of use for owners. Whether transporting a single horse or a pair, the HBX is the ultimate solution, combining strength, beauty and practicality into one stunning package.

Key Features

Key features of the HBX range.

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One Piece Roof

All Ifor Williams horse float roofs are manufactured at our specialist site in Deeside, North Wales. With Decades of experience is composites manufacturing, IWT Composites supply our production lines with Glass Reinforced Polyester (GRP) products ranging from wind deflectors for livestock trailers to lids for our unbraked trailers. The result is a one-piece roof boasting smooth aerodynamic lines and a sleek styling which maintains the popular roof vent from the previous generation of float.

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Front Panel and Window

The HBX range features a front nose panel which is manufactured from aluminium to provide extra resilience. The large front window, complete with steel grill for security and safety, gives your horse a clear view of the road ahead as well as keeping the interior light and bright.

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Awning Rail

Seamlessly blending into the roof section, the rail makes it possible to easily attach an IWT awning to the HBX.

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Aluminium Side Planks

The sides are built from Aluminium, to provide a safe environment for your horse to travel in comfort.

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Front Top Opening Doors

Opening doors above both the front ramp and the inspection door provide extra ventilation when the trailer is parked. The top doors are transparent and also double up as opening side windows via a pop-out mechanism, increasing natural light and giving additional airflow whilst on the move.

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Combined Mudguard and Rear Light Cluster

The mudguards and rear lighting mounts are moulded to fit the contours of the HBX to create a classic and stylish look.

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Combined Ramp and Door

Our Rear Ramp can also be opened sideways like a Van Door for cleaning and other trailer uses. The ramp comes equipped with a gas spring to assist in the lifting of the ramp to ensure opening and closing is effortless.

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More Features

More Features of the HBX.

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Internal Door Lock

Our Grooms Door can be locked for security, but can easily be unlocked and opened from the inside.

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Front Ramp Options

When ordering your HBX, you can choose either a left-hand ramp, a right-hand ramp or a built-in tack locker, the inspection door is fitted to the opposite side. A front ramp is not available if the tack locker is installed.

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Aluminium Floor and Rubber Matting

Comes with our Aluminium Flooring that is then covered with Ribbed-Rubber floor matting.

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Interior LED Light

Our HBX comes fitted with a handy interior light so that loading and unloading in the dark is not an issue.

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Side Mounted Spare Wheel

The Spare Wheel is conveniently mounted to the side of the HBX.

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Rotating Ramp Catches

The ramp is locked into position using a Hooked-Catch and for added safety is then secured closed with a Quick-Release Pin.

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Centre Partition and Interior Kickboard

The HBX features centre partitions with breast and breeching bars as standard, and interior kickboard to protect your horse.

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Breast Bar Release System

In the event of an unfortunate incident, our Breast Bar mounts can be quickly and easily released using the wheel wrench, from outside the float.

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Parabolic Leaf Spring Suspension

Comes as standard with our Proven Beam Axle and Paraflex™ Spring System.

Wheels

All Genuine IWT Wheel Assemblies, Wheel Centres and Tyres go through an extensive selection and testing process and are fully compliant with all current road regulations. These are OEM wheel products which we have put through their paces at a leading UK test centre to make certain that they are comfortable on a wide range of terrains, over a prolonged period of time. As such you can be sure that your horse will experience a smooth, safe ride with any of our wheel assemblies fitted.

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6 Spoke Silver

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Wheel Trims

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8 Spoke Diamond Cut

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8 Spoke Silver

Alloy Wheels

Give your horse float even more impact by adding a set of exclusive alloy wheels with Ifor Williams Trailers branded centres (four per trailer). Choose from three designs, 6-spoke silver alloys, 8-spoke silver alloys and 8-spoke diamond cut alloys.

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Accessories

Optional Accessories to further enhance your HBX.

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Tack Locker

It is built into the front nose area of your float and is accessible from the outside through a side locker door. The tack locker is only available on the left-hand side, in place of the front ramp.

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Horse and Trailer Camera

The wireless camera system transmits live colour footage from the float interior to the towing vehicle. It comes on a mounting bracket for use with the magnetic base of the camera. The battery is re-chargeable and offers up to 7 hours constant display. Supplied loose, requires fitting.

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Stowage Net

Ideal for storing manuals and other small items. Fitted in the front of the float.

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Partition and Side Wall Padding

.Add specially designed Ifor Williams Trailers padding to the centre partition and side walls of your HBX for added comfort for your horse.

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High Level Brake Light

Fitted to the rear roof arch, this optional brake light provides additional warning that the vehicle and float are braking.

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Full Width Breast and Breaching Bar

Full width breast and breeching bar for horses that prefer single travel in a wider stall. Centre partitions are removed and full width breast and breeching bars are fitted. (Not available as a padded option.)

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Prop Stands

Consider prop stands if your horse requires a particularly steady surface to load. Additional support will reassure nervous horses.

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Padded Breast and Breaching Bars

Padded breast and breeching bars are available as an option for the extra comfort of your horse. Full width padded breast and breeching bars are not available.

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Horse Float Cover

Protect your horse float from the elements with a waterproof and breathable cover.

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Feeding Managers

These mount onto the outside of the tack locker inside the horse float. Only suitable for use while the float is stationary. This accessory can only be used if tack locker option has been specified.

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Hay Net Rail

A hay net ring is available as standard, and on the HBX models, the hay net ring has the added benefit of being adjustable along a sliding rail.

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Door Mounted Tack Pack

Attached to the inspection door, this neat storage solution is capable of storing two saddles and various other items. The fixed tack pack is suitable for general purpose saddles up to 17” (43cm). We advise that you check saddles fit before the tack pack is purchased. Not available when tack locker is selected. Available in cream. Not available for HBX403.

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Removable Tack Pack

Fits neatly into the nose area and is suitable for general purpose saddles up to 18” (46cm). We advise that you check saddles fit before the tack pack is purchased. Available in silver. Not suitable when Tack Locker is selected. Not available for HBX403.

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Awning

Uniquely designed for Ifor Williams Trailers, the bespoke awning can be fitted to your HBX horse float with ease. The awning provides a robust and convenient shelter from the elements during events and shows, whatever the weather. The spacious interior gives you the freedom and comfort to get changed and ready for the day, in your own private zone.

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Auto Lift Jockey Wheel

The Auto Lift Jockey Wheel removes the need to clamp & unclamp the jockey wheel shaft. The operation is completed by simply turning the handle to raise or lower the jockey wheel without the need to adjust the height position.

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Coupling Lock

This premium lock is engineered to keep your trailer safe with Heavy-duty toughened steel for durability, high-security barrel lock for ultimate peace of mind, certified Sold Secure Gold Standard rating and weatherproof design with corrosion resistance and a convenient cover

Colours

Choose from our range of colours.

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Red

A striking red finish that commands attention on the road. This bold, professional color choice reflects quality craftsmanship while offering excellent visibility and a timeless aesthetic that maintains its appeal year after year.

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Black

Sleek and sophisticated in classic black, this horse float exudes elegance and professionalism. The timeless finish offers a premium appearance while effectively concealing road dust and dirt between washes, making it practical for regular use.

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Silver

Finished in refined silver, this horse float combines modern sophistication with timeless appeal. The metallic finish creates a premium, executive appearance that catches the light beautifully while maintaining a professional presence on the road.

Collaborations

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HBX x Lamborghini

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HBX x Lamborghini

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HBX x Lamborghini

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HBX x Lamborghini

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HBX x Jaguar Land Rover

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HBX x Jaguar Land Rover

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HBX x Jaguar Land Rover

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HBX x Jaguar Land Rover

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Specifications


Model Tyres Gross Weight Unladen Weight Internal Length Internal Width Overall Length Overall Width
HBX403 165R13C 1600kg 720kg 3.19m 1.30m 4.30m 1.77m
HBX506 165R13C 2600kg 865kg 3.26m 1.67m 4.30m 2.14m
HBX511 165R13C 2700kg 950kg 3.63m 1.79m 4.67m 2.27m

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