Head to head
Bockmann Big Champion E SKA vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Bockmann Big Champion E SKA is 2,344kg lighter empty and carries 341kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 2,344kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Big Champion E SKA carries 341kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Big Champion E SKA | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg (GVWR) | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1401kg | 1060kg |
| Unladen weight | 96kg (dry, chassis only figure as listed) | 2440kg |
| Total length | 4726mm | - |
| Total width | 2350mm | - |
| Stalls | two 33in wide stalls, for horses up to 18hh | - |
Sources: Bockmann Big Champion E SKA, 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 Big Champion E SKA if...
- you want one that is 2,344kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 341kg more
A German-built two-horse trailer from Bockmann's Champion range, sold in the UK through horsebox dealers. The SKA spec adds a front ramp and full-height stalls suited to taller horses, making it a step up from entry-level two-horse trailers.
Full Big Champion E SKA specifications →Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes 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 Bockmann Big Champion E SKA and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bockmann Big Champion E SKA is 2,344kg lighter empty and carries 341kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Big Champion E SKA is a two-stall aluminium horsebox trailer; the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Big Champion E SKA or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bockmann Big Champion E SKA. It is 2,344kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Big Champion E SKA or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bockmann Big Champion E SKA, by 341kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Big Champion E SKA 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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