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Equi-Trek Carriage Treka vs Ifor Williams HB510XL

The Ifor Williams HB510XL is 560kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Equi-Trek Carriage Treka
Equi-Trek Carriage Treka - image: totallyequestrian.co.uk
Ifor Williams HB510XL
Ifor Williams HB510XL - image: Universal Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Equi-Trek Carriage TrekaIfor Williams HB510XL
Gross weight3500kg3500kg
Unladen weight1850kg1290kg
Axles3-
BrakesBraked (six fully braked wheels)-
Payload-2210kg
Internal length-4.25m
Internal width-1.74m

Sources: Equi-Trek Carriage Treka, Ifor Williams HB510XL. 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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Full Carriage Treka specifications →

Buy or hire the HB510XL if...

  • you want one that is 560kg lighter empty

For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.

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Full HB510XL specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka and the Ifor Williams HB510XL?

The Ifor Williams HB510XL is 560kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Carriage Treka is a triaxle trailer for transporting a horse and carriage together; the Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer.

Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?

The Ifor Williams HB510XL. It is 560kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka.

Can I tow the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka or the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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