Head to head
Debon C500 vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Debon C500 is 1,840kg lighter empty and carries 940kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,840kg more empty.
- Payload: the Debon C500 carries 940kg more.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Debon C500 | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 600kg | 2440kg |
| Payload | 2000kg | 1060kg |
| Internal length | 320cm | - |
| Internal width | 167cm | - |
| Internal height | 200cm | - |
| Axles | 2 | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
Sources: Debon C500, 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 C500 if...
- you want one that is 1,840kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 940kg more
A twin-axle step up for businesses that have outgrown the single-axle C-series, with enough height to walk inside and enough payload for bulk stock.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg 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 Debon C500 and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Debon C500 is 1,840kg lighter empty and carries 940kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Debon C500 is a a braked twin-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 2600kg gross weight.; the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Debon C500 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Debon C500. It is 1,840kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Debon C500 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Debon C500, by 940kg.
Can I tow the Debon C500 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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