Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams GH94BT
The Ifor Williams GH94BT is 1,910kg lighter empty and carries 1,110kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,910kg more empty.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GH94BT carries 1,110kg more.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Ifor Williams GH94BT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 530kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | 2170kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.79m x 1.31m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Ifor Williams GH94BT. 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 800kg 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 GH94BT if...
- you want one that is 1,910kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 1,110kg more
Chosen over the standard GH94 by operators who want the heavier-duty BT chassis and tyres for regular loaded towing rather than occasional use, at the cost of a little unladen weight and payload.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Ifor Williams GH94BT?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT is 1,910kg lighter empty and carries 1,110kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Ifor Williams GH94BT is a a braked-tandem version of the GH94 plant trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GH94BT?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT. It is 1,910kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GH94BT?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT, by 1,110kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GH94BT 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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