Head to head
Brian James T6 vs Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg
The Brian James T6 is a car transporter trailer. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is a compact 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James T6 | Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Size | 2.22m x 5.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 2320kg |
Sources: Brian James T6, Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the T6 if...
Brian James T6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.
Listed by
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Buy or hire the Sonic 3,500kg if...
A compact motorised horsebox pitched as easy to drive day to day, for owners of one or two horses who want a small horsebox rather than a trailer and tow car. It is one of Equi-Trek's lower-cost motorised models.
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 T6 and the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg?
The Brian James T6 is a car transporter trailer; the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is a compact 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox.
Can I tow the Brian James T6 or the Equi-Trek Sonic 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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