Head to head
Brian James Race Sport vs Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg
The Brian James Race Sport is 1,370kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg weighs 1,370kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Sport | Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1070kg | 2440kg |
| Payload | up to 1930kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m / 5.0m / 5.5m long x 2.0m / 2.1m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Sport, Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Sport if...
- you want one that is 1,370kg lighter empty
A step up from the basic A Transporter range for racers and dealers who tie cars down often and want a punched deck for extra restraint options. It sits below the Race Transporter range on price while still covering most single-car trailering needs.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the Equinox 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
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 Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Sport and the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg?
The Brian James Race Sport is 1,370kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Brian James Race Sport is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a fully punched steel deck; the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is a 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Sport or the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg?
The Brian James Race Sport. It is 1,370kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Sport 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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