Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Woodford Galaxy
The Woodford Galaxy carries 1,190kg more and is 1,190kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Woodford Galaxy carries 1,190kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,190kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Woodford Galaxy | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | 2250kg |
| Internal bed | - | 5500mm x 2170/2370mm |
| Axles | - | Tri-axle |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Woodford Galaxy. 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 Galaxy if...
- you want one that carries 1,190kg more
- you want one that is 1,190kg lighter empty
A covered transporter for classic car dealers and collectors who want their vehicle enclosed and winched on rather than driven up an open ramp. The half-aluminium chassis and electric tilt keep unladen weight down relative to the payload it carries.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Woodford Galaxy?
The Woodford Galaxy carries 1,190kg more and is 1,190kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Woodford Galaxy is a a covered, electric hydraulic tilt-bed vehicle transporter with an aluminium chassis.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Woodford Galaxy?
The Woodford Galaxy. It is 1,190kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Woodford Galaxy?
The Woodford Galaxy, by 1,190kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Woodford Galaxy 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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