Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Humbaur HTK
The Humbaur HTK carries 1,490kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Humbaur HTK carries 1,490kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Humbaur HTK | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | 2550kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | - |
| Internal bed | - | 3.14m x 1.75m |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Humbaur HTK. 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 HTK if...
- you want one that carries 1,490kg more
A heavy-duty three-way tipper for builders' merchants and groundworkers who need to tip to either side as well as the rear. The wide model line (2000kg to 3500kg gross) lets buyers pick a size without moving to a different range.
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 Humbaur HTK?
The Humbaur HTK carries 1,490kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Humbaur HTK is a a tandem-axle three-way tipping trailer for construction and agricultural use.
Which carries more, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Humbaur HTK?
The Humbaur HTK, by 1,490kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Humbaur HTK 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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