Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg
The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is 120kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 120kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 2320kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | - |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
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
Buy or hire the Sonic 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is 120kg lighter empty
A compact motorised horsebox pitched as easy to drive day to day, for owners of one or two horses who want a small horsebox rather than a trailer and tow car. It is one of Equi-Trek's lower-cost motorised models.
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 Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg?
The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is 120kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is a compact 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg?
The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg. It is 120kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Equi-Trek Sonic 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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