Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams GX105
The Ifor Williams GX105 is 1,765kg lighter empty and carries 965kg 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 1,765kg more empty.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GX105 carries 965kg 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 GX105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 675kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | 2025kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.03m x 1.57m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Ifor Williams GX105. 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 GX105 if...
- you want one that is 1,765kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 965kg more
A plant hire and groundworks trailer for skid-steers or mini excavators that need a longer bed than the GX84 but not the higher 3500kg gross weight of the GX105HD.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Ifor Williams GX105 is 1,765kg lighter empty and carries 965kg 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 GX105 is a a mid-size plant trailer with a skid or ramp loading option.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Ifor Williams GX105. It is 1,765kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Ifor Williams GX105, by 965kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GX105 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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