Head to head
Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams GH1054
The Ifor Williams GH1054 is 1,840kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg weighs 1,840kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg | Ifor Williams GH1054 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 2500kg | 660kg |
| Payload | - | 2840kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.04m x 1.62m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg, Ifor Williams GH1054. 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 GH1054 if...
- you want one that is 1,840kg lighter empty
A step up from the GH94 for plant hire and groundworks operators carrying a mini digger or skid-steer loader that needs a bit more bed width, while still staying towable behind a 3.5t-rated pickup.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Norfolk Trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg and the Ifor Williams GH1054?
The Ifor Williams GH1054 is 1,840kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is a 5-seat version of the Sonic motorised horsebox; the Ifor Williams GH1054 is a a mid-size plant trailer for skid-steers and small diggers.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GH1054?
The Ifor Williams GH1054. It is 1,840kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GH1054 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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