Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 1,721kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,721kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 719kg to 978kg depending on model |
| Payload | 1060kg | - |
| Internal length options | - | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m |
| Internal width | - | 2.04m (all models) |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed. 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 500kg 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 Three Counties - Hereford
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
Buy or hire the TB Tiltbed if...
- you want one that is 1,721kg lighter empty
A flatbed trailer with a tilting deck, built for loading vehicles with low ground clearance or for vehicle recovery, where a fixed ramp angle would ground the car. Recovery operators and low-car owners choose it over a standard flatbed for that reason alone.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 1,721kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed. It is 1,721kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed 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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