Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams GX125 HD
The Ifor Williams GX125 HD is 1,680kg lighter empty and carries 1,680kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,680kg more empty.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GX125 HD carries 1,680kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Ifor Williams GX125 HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 760kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | 2740kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.66m x 1.57m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Ifor Williams GX125 HD. 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 GX125 HD if...
- you want one that is 1,680kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 1,680kg more
For plant hire firms carrying longer machines such as excavators with extended dipper arms or tracked dumpers that need the extra bed length over the GX105HD.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Ifor Williams GX125 HD?
The Ifor Williams GX125 HD is 1,680kg lighter empty and carries 1,680kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Ifor Williams GX125 HD is a a longer heavy-duty plant trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GX125 HD?
The Ifor Williams GX125 HD. It is 1,680kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GX125 HD?
The Ifor Williams GX125 HD, by 1,680kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GX125 HD 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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