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Equi-Trek Carriage Treka vs Woodford Galaxy

The Woodford Galaxy is 600kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Equi-Trek Carriage Treka
Equi-Trek Carriage Treka - image: totallyequestrian.co.uk
Woodford Galaxy
Woodford Galaxy - image: Blendworth Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Equi-Trek Carriage TrekaWoodford Galaxy
Gross weight3500kg3500kg
Unladen weight1850kg1250kg
Axles3Tri-axle
BrakesBraked (six fully braked wheels)-
Payload-2250kg
Internal bed-5500mm x 2170/2370mm

Sources: Equi-Trek Carriage Treka, Woodford Galaxy. 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 Galaxy if...

  • you want one that is 600kg lighter empty

A covered transporter for classic car dealers and collectors who want their vehicle enclosed and winched on rather than driven up an open ramp. The half-aluminium chassis and electric tilt keep unladen weight down relative to the payload it carries.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka and the Woodford Galaxy?

The Woodford Galaxy is 600kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Carriage Treka is a triaxle trailer for transporting a horse and carriage together; the Woodford Galaxy is a a covered, electric hydraulic tilt-bed vehicle transporter with an aluminium chassis.

Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka or the Woodford Galaxy?

The Woodford Galaxy. It is 600kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka.

Can I tow the Equi-Trek Carriage Treka or the Woodford Galaxy 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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