Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg vs Woodford Galaxy
The Woodford Galaxy is 1,190kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg weighs 1,190kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg | Woodford Galaxy | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | - | 2250kg |
| Internal bed | - | 5500mm x 2170/2370mm |
| Axles | - | Tri-axle |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg, Woodford Galaxy. 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 Galaxy if...
- 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 3,500kg and the Woodford Galaxy?
The Woodford Galaxy is 1,190kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is a 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse 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 3,500kg or the Woodford Galaxy?
The Woodford Galaxy. It is 1,190kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox 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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