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Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) vs Toyota Hilux
The Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) is rated 290kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) is rated 290kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) | Toyota Hilux | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3210 kg (Double Cab) |
| Payload | - | 1205 kg (Single Cab); 1075 kg (Extra Cab); 1105 kg (Double Cab, manual); 1015 kg (Double Cab, automatic) |
| Load bed length | - | 2315 mm (Single Cab); 1525 mm (Double Cab) |
| Towing capacity | - | 3500 kg (braked) |
Sources: Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg), Toyota Hilux. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) if...
- you want one that is rated 290kg heavier gross
This Equi-Sport conversion suits owners who want a 3.5 tonne horsebox that can be driven on a standard car licence, built onto the widely-serviced Vauxhall Movano base. Its rear-facing two-stall layout with a reinforced bulkhead targets riders moving up from a trailer who still want van-level running costs.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Buy or hire the Hilux if...
The Hilux is bought in the UK on a reputation for durability rather than outright payload, and its 3.5 tonne braked towing capacity across the range makes it a common choice for trades that also tow plant or trailers.
Full Hilux specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) and the Toyota Hilux?
The Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) is rated 290kg heavier gross. The Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) is a a two-stall horsebox conversion by Equi-Sport Horseboxes built onto a Vauxhall Movano van at 3.5 tonnes.; the Toyota Hilux is a pickup truck offered in single, extra and double cab body styles..
Can I tow the Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) or the Toyota Hilux 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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