Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams GX105 HD
The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is 1,750kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg weighs 1,750kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg | Ifor Williams GX105 HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 690kg |
| Payload | - | 2810kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.03m x 1.57m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg, Ifor Williams GX105 HD. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Equinox 3,500kg if...
A mid-range motorised horsebox for two horses, sitting between the small Apollo and the larger 4,500kg Equinox and 7-tonne-plus models. It suits owners who want a proper horsebox cab and living space but not a 7.5 tonne licence.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the GX105 HD if...
- you want one that is 1,750kg lighter empty
For plant hire operators moving heavier compact machinery on the same bed footprint as the GX105, where the standard trailer's 2700kg gross weight would leave too little payload.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg and the Ifor Williams GX105 HD?
The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is 1,750kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is a 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox; the Ifor Williams GX105 HD is a a heavy-duty version of the GX105 plant trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GX105 HD?
The Ifor Williams GX105 HD. It is 1,750kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GX105 HD 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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