Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Graham Edwards GP85DB
The Graham Edwards GP85DB is 2,015kg lighter empty and carries 1,115kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 2,015kg more empty.
- Payload: the Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,115kg more.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Graham Edwards GP85DB | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2600kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 425kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | 2175kg |
| Internal bed | - | 8'2" x 5' |
| Axles | - | Tandem |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Graham Edwards GP85DB. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg 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
Buy or hire the GP85DB if...
- you want one that is 2,015kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 1,115kg more
A farm and smallholder trailer for loose or bagged loads, bales or livestock kit, built to Graham Edwards' tandem-axle braked general-purpose spec rather than the lighter single-axle unbraked version.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Graham Edwards GP85DB?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB is 2,015kg lighter empty and carries 1,115kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Graham Edwards GP85DB is a a tandem-axle braked general-purpose dropside trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Graham Edwards GP85DB?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB. It is 2,015kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Graham Edwards GP85DB?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB, by 1,115kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Graham Edwards GP85DB 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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