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Equi-Trek Carriage Treka vs Ifor Williams BV126

The Ifor Williams BV126 is 870kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Equi-Trek Carriage Treka
Equi-Trek Carriage Treka - image: totallyequestrian.co.uk
Ifor Williams BV126
Ifor Williams BV126 - image: Universal Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Equi-Trek Carriage TrekaIfor Williams BV126
Gross weight3500kg3500kg
Unladen weight1850kg980kg
Axles3Twin (dual)
BrakesBraked (six fully braked wheels)-
Payload-2520kg
Internal length-3.60m
Internal width-1.73m

Sources: Equi-Trek Carriage Treka, Ifor Williams BV126. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Carriage Treka if...

A specialist trailer built to carry a horse and its carriage together, aimed at the smaller driving/carriage-driving market rather than general riders. The triaxle chassis spreads the combined weight of horse and carriage.

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Buy or hire the BV126 if...

  • you want one that is 870kg lighter empty

Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka and the Ifor Williams BV126?

The Ifor Williams BV126 is 870kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Carriage Treka is a triaxle trailer for transporting a horse and carriage together; the Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.

Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka or the Ifor Williams BV126?

The Ifor Williams BV126. It is 870kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka.

Can I tow the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka or the Ifor Williams BV126 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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