Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Bateson 48LT is 1,490kg lighter empty and carries 1,090kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,490kg more empty.
- Payload: the Bateson 48LT carries 1,090kg more.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | 2440kg |
| Payload | 2150kg | 1060kg |
| Internal length | 3600mm | - |
| Internal width | 1710mm | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 48LT if...
- you want one that is 1,490kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 1,090kg more
Bateson's largest standard livestock trailer, described by the maker as suited to 4x4s and larger tow vehicles. It gives farmers more capacity than the smaller 60LT-class trailers in the same range.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 400kg heavier gross
The Excel trim adds equipment and finish over the standard Equinox on the same 3.5 tonne chassis, aimed at buyers who want a more comfortable cab and living area without moving up a weight class.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson 48LT is 1,490kg lighter empty and carries 1,090kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 48LT or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson 48LT. It is 1,490kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Bateson 48LT or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson 48LT, by 1,090kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 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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