Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Bateson PT44 is 1,670kg lighter empty and carries 920kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,670kg more empty.
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 920kg more.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 2440kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 1060kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
Sources: Bateson PT44, 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 PT44 if...
- you want one that is 1,670kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 920kg more
Bateson's 14ft x 7ft tilt-bed trailer, supplied with steel sides, ramps and a winch as standard. Used to load and carry cars, quads and small plant, it is one of the most widely stocked hydraulic tilt trailers among UK hire and trailer-sales firms.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
- 1Stop Trailers Ltd - Sudbury, Little Waldingfield
Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 750kg 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 Three Counties - Hereford
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson PT44 is 1,670kg lighter empty and carries 920kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 750kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson PT44. It is 1,670kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson PT44, by 920kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 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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