Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Lider 38398
The Lider 38398 is 1,980kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,980kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Lider 38398 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2500kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 460kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | - |
| Internal length | - | 300cm |
| Internal width | - | 150cm |
| Internal height | - | 50cm |
| Axles | - | 2 |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Lider 38398. 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 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 38398 if...
- you want one that is 1,980kg lighter empty
A high-sided twin-axle general purpose trailer for builders and landscapers clearing large volumes of light bulky waste, with over two tonnes of rated payload.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Lider 38398?
The Lider 38398 is 1,980kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Lider 38398 is a a braked twin-axle general purpose trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Lider 38398?
The Lider 38398. It is 1,980kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Lider 38398 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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