Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams HBX506
The Ifor Williams HBX506 is 1,575kg lighter empty and carries 675kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,575kg more empty.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HBX506 carries 675kg more.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Ifor Williams HBX506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2600kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 865kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | 1735kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Ifor Williams HBX506. 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 900kg 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 HBX506 if...
- you want one that is 1,575kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 675kg more
A mid-size horsebox for owners moving one or two horses who want the updated HBX styling and features rather than the standard HB range trailer.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Ifor Williams HBX506?
The Ifor Williams HBX506 is 1,575kg lighter empty and carries 675kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Ifor Williams HBX506 is a a double horsebox trailer from Ifor Williams' HBX range.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams HBX506?
The Ifor Williams HBX506. It is 1,575kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams HBX506?
The Ifor Williams HBX506, by 675kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams HBX506 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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