Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Ifor Williams HBE506 is 1,665kg lighter empty and carries 165kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,665kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HBE506 carries 165kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 775kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | 1225kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Ifor Williams HBE506. 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 1.5 tonnes 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 HBE506 if...
- you want one that is 1,665kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 165kg more
Aimed at owners who want HB506-sized space for two horses or ponies but need a lower gross weight to stay within a smaller car's towing limit.
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 HBE506?
The Ifor Williams HBE506 is 1,665kg lighter empty and carries 165kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams HBE506. It is 1,665kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams HBE506, by 165kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams HBE506 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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