Head to head
Bateson 355B vs Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg
The Bateson 355B is 1,640kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg weighs 1,640kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 355B | Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 800kg | 2440kg |
| Payload | 2700kg | - |
| Deck length | 5000mm | - |
| Deck width | 2100mm | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
Sources: Bateson 355B, Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 355B if...
- you want one that is 1,640kg lighter empty
Bateson's most popular beavertail transporter, used by garages, race teams and recovery operators to load a car under its own power up a shallow ramp rather than winching it onto a flat deck. It comes with ramps and a hand winch as standard.
Listed by
- Mid Norfolk Trailer Sales & Hire LTD - King's Lynn
Buy or hire the Equinox 3,500kg if...
A mid-range motorised horsebox for two horses, sitting between the small Apollo and the larger 4,500kg Equinox and 7-tonne-plus models. It suits owners who want a proper horsebox cab and living space but not a 7.5 tonne licence.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 355B and the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg?
The Bateson 355B is 1,640kg lighter empty. The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is a 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 355B or the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg?
The Bateson 355B. It is 1,640kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 355B or the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg 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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