Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams HB610
The Ifor Williams HB610 carries 990kg more and is 990kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HB610 carries 990kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 990kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Ifor Williams HB610 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 1450kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | 2050kg |
| Internal length | - | 4.25m |
| Internal width | - | 2.07m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Ifor Williams HB610. 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 HB610 if...
- you want one that carries 990kg more
- you want one that is 990kg lighter empty
Bought by owners with two large horses, up to 17.2hh, who need the widest and roomiest trailer Ifor Williams builds at 3500kg, rather than stepping up to a horsebox lorry.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Ifor Williams HB610?
The Ifor Williams HB610 carries 990kg more and is 990kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Ifor Williams HB610 is a ifor Williams' largest standard double horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams HB610?
The Ifor Williams HB610. It is 990kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams HB610?
The Ifor Williams HB610, by 990kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams HB610 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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