Head to head
Equi-Trek Carriage Treka vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 1,570kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Carriage Treka is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka weighs 1,570kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Carriage Treka | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 1850kg | 280kg |
| Axles | 3 | Single |
| Brakes | Braked (six fully braked wheels) | Unbraked |
| Payload | - | 470kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
Sources: Equi-Trek Carriage Treka, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Carriage Treka if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
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.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 1,570kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 1,570kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Carriage Treka is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Carriage Treka is a triaxle trailer for transporting a horse and carriage together; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 1,570kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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