Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Bateson PT66 is 1,505kg lighter empty and carries 1,505kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,505kg more empty.
- Payload: the Bateson PT66 carries 1,505kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT66 | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | 2440kg |
| Payload | 2565kg | 1060kg |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Axles | Triple | - |
Sources: Bateson PT66, 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 PT66 if...
- you want one that is 1,505kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 1,505kg more
Bateson's largest hydraulic tilt trailer with triple hinged steel sides, used to move light commercial vehicles, plant and ground maintenance machinery. Its hydraulic tilt bed lets one person load without ramps.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
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 PT66 and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson PT66 is 1,505kg lighter empty and carries 1,505kg more. The Bateson PT66 is a triple axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT66 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson PT66. It is 1,505kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT66 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson PT66, by 1,505kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 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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