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Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams GX84

The Ifor Williams GX84 is 1.9 tonnes lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg
Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg - image: suffolk.trek-trailers.co.uk
Ifor Williams GX84
Ifor Williams GX84 - image: blains.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kgIfor Williams GX84
Gross weight3500kg2700kg
Unladen weight2440kg540kg
Payload-2160kg
Internal bed-2.45m x 1.27m

Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg, Ifor Williams GX84. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Equinox 3,500kg if...

  • you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross

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.

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Full Equinox 3,500kg specifications →

Buy or hire the GX84 if...

  • you want one that is 1.9 tonnes lighter empty

An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.

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Full GX84 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg and the Ifor Williams GX84?

The Ifor Williams GX84 is 1.9 tonnes lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is a 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox; the Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range.

Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GX84?

The Ifor Williams GX84. It is 1.9 tonnes lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg.

Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GX84 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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