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Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg vs Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED)

The Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED) is 1,685kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg
Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg - image: suffolk.trek-trailers.co.uk
Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED)
Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED) - image: Indespension

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kgIndespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED)
Gross weight3500kg3500kg
Unladen weight2500kg815kg
Payload-2685kg
Internal size-3.65 x 1.83
Bed height-430mm

Sources: Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg, Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED). 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.

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Full Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg specifications →

Buy or hire the Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED) if...

  • you want one that is 1,685kg lighter empty

The larger Challenger 50 beavertail for bigger mini excavators and compact plant. Used by groundworks firms and hire fleets that need extra bed length.

Full Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED) specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg and the Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED)?

The Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED) is 1,685kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is a 5-seat version of the Sonic motorised horsebox; the Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED) is a 12 ft x 6 ft 3.5 tonne beavertail plant trailer.

Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg or the Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED)?

The Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED). It is 1,685kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg.

Can I tow the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg or the Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 12 x 6 (AD35126BTSLED) 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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