Head to head
Brian James Race Sport vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Brian James Race Sport is 1,370kg lighter empty and carries 870kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,370kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Sport carries 870kg more.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Sport | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1070kg | 2440kg |
| Payload | up to 1930kg | 1060kg |
| 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 Excel 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
- you want one that carries 870kg more
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 Excel 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg 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 Brian James Race Sport and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Brian James Race Sport is 1,370kg lighter empty and carries 870kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 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 Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Sport or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Brian James Race Sport. It is 1,370kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Sport or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Brian James Race Sport, by 870kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Sport 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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