Head to head
Equi-Trek Day-Treka vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Equi-Trek Day-Treka is 1,345kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,345kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Day-Treka | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg (2500kg/3000kg upgrades available) | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 1095kg | 2440kg |
| Axles | 2 | - |
| Brakes | Braked (four fully braked wheels) | - |
| Payload | - | 1060kg |
Sources: Equi-Trek Day-Treka, Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Day-Treka if...
- you want one that is 1,345kg lighter empty
A day-use trailer with a separate tack/changing area but no overnight living space, sold as the lighter sibling to the Night-Treka. It suits competitors who want a private changing area without paying for sleeping accommodation.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
The Excel trim adds equipment and finish over the standard Equinox on the same 3.5 tonne chassis, aimed at buyers who want a more comfortable cab and living area without moving up a weight class.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Day-Treka and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Equi-Trek Day-Treka is 1,345kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Day-Treka is a 2-horse trailer with a self-contained changing/tack area; the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Day-Treka or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Equi-Trek Day-Treka. It is 1,345kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Day-Treka or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg 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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