Head to head
Debon C500 vs Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg
The Debon C500 is 1,720kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg weighs 1,720kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Debon C500 | Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 600kg | 2320kg |
| Payload | 2000kg | - |
| Internal length | 320cm | - |
| Internal width | 167cm | - |
| Internal height | 200cm | - |
| Axles | 2 | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
Sources: Debon C500, Equi-Trek Sonic 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 1,720kg lighter empty
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.
Full C500 specifications →Buy or hire the Sonic 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
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 Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Debon C500 and the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg?
The Debon C500 is 1,720kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic 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 Sonic 3,500kg is a compact 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Debon C500 or the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg?
The Debon C500. It is 1,720kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Debon C500 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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