Head to head
Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg vs Turatello F20
The Turatello F20 is 1,650kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg weighs 1,650kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg | Turatello F20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,000kg |
| Unladen weight | 2500kg | approx. 850kg |
| Length | - | 616cm |
| Width | - | 210cm |
Sources: Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg, Turatello F20. 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...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
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 F20 if...
- you want one that is 1,650kg lighter empty
Described by its Italian maker as the smallest of its car-carrying vans, the F20 suits owners who need to move a single race or track car under cover without the size and cost of a full motorsport transporter.
Listed by
- Turatello Trailers Ltd. - Nottingham, Burton Joyce
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg and the Turatello F20?
The Turatello F20 is 1,650kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is a 5-seat version of the Sonic motorised horsebox; the Turatello F20 is a enclosed van-type trailer for transporting a single race or road car.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg or the Turatello F20?
The Turatello F20. It is 1,650kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg or the Turatello F20 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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