Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 is 1,915kg lighter empty and carries 1,915kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,915kg more empty.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,915kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 525kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Ifor Williams LM85. 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 LM85 if...
- you want one that is 1,915kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 1,915kg more
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
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 LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 is 1,915kg lighter empty and carries 1,915kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85. It is 1,915kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 1,915kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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