Head to head
Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg vs Fautras Oblic+2
The Fautras Oblic+2 is 1,520kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg weighs 1,520kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg | Fautras Oblic+2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,000-3,000kg (chassis dependent) |
| Unladen weight | 2500kg | 980kg |
| Interior length | - | 3.45m |
| Interior width | - | 1.80m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg, Fautras Oblic+2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg if...
A five-seat cab variant of the Sonic, aimed at families or small teams who want to travel together to competitions rather than sending a second car. It carries the same horse capacity as the standard Sonic.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the Oblic+2 if...
- you want one that is 1,520kg lighter empty
A two-horse trailer that loads horses at a diagonal rather than straight ahead, giving nervous travellers more room to brace. It is hired by owners moving horses that struggle in conventional straight-loading boxes; UK ads sometimes list it under Cheval Liberte, the dealer that distributes it, rather than its actual French maker Fautras.
Full Oblic+2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg and the Fautras Oblic+2?
The Fautras Oblic+2 is 1,520kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is a 5-seat version of the Sonic motorised horsebox; the Fautras Oblic+2 is a diagonal-loading two-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg or the Fautras Oblic+2?
The Fautras Oblic+2. It is 1,520kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg or the Fautras Oblic+2 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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