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Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) vs Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter
The Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) | Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2800-3350 kg |
| Payload | - | up to 1.28 tonnes (diesel); up to 1 tonne (electric) |
| Load volume | - | 5.8 m3 (SWB); 6.8 m3 (LWB) |
| Load length | - | 3050 mm (SWB (with load-through bulkhead)); 3450 mm (LWB (with load-through bulkhead)) |
| Towing capacity | - | up to 2.8 tonnes (diesel) |
Sources: Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg), Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter. 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 700kg 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 Transporter if...
The Transporter is positioned above budget medium vans on cabin quality and resale value, and stays under 2 metres tall on both wheelbases so it can access multi-storey car parks that rule out taller rivals.
Full Transporter specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) and the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter?
The Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) is rated 700kg 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 Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter is a medium panel van (T6.1 generation), VW's rival to the Transit Custom and Vivaro..
Can I tow the Equi-Sport Horseboxes Vauxhall Movano Horsebox Conversion (3500kg) or the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Transporter 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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