Head to head
Equi-Trek Carriage Treka vs Tickners RL5000
The Equi-Trek Carriage Treka is a triaxle trailer for transporting a horse and carriage together. The Tickners RL5000 is a covered, tilting-bed vehicle transporter trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Carriage Treka | Tickners RL5000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,600-3,500kg depending on model |
| Unladen weight | 1850kg | 1,020-1,160kg depending on model |
| Axles | 3 | 2, 12in 155/5 stud wheels |
| Brakes | Braked (six fully braked wheels) | - |
| Overall length | - | 7,000mm |
| Bed length | - | 4,870mm |
| Overall height | - | 2,400mm |
Sources: Equi-Trek Carriage Treka, Tickners RL5000. 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.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the RL5000 if...
An enclosed, tilting-bed trailer used to transport and protect a car in transit, popular with motorsport and classic car owners. The manual tilt bed lets a single person load a low car without ramps digging in.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka and the Tickners RL5000?
The Equi-Trek Carriage Treka is a triaxle trailer for transporting a horse and carriage together; the Tickners RL5000 is a covered, tilting-bed vehicle transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka or the Tickners RL5000 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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