Head to head
Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg vs Erde 102
The Erde 102 is 2,265kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg weighs 2,265kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 2320kg | 55kg |
| Internal length | - | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | - | 0.85m / 2'9" |
| Payload | - | 245kg |
Sources: Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg, Erde 102. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Sonic 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross
A compact motorised horsebox pitched as easy to drive day to day, for owners of one or two horses who want a small horsebox rather than a trailer and tow car. It is one of Equi-Trek's lower-cost motorised models.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the 102 if...
- you want one that is 2,265kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Full 102 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg and the Erde 102?
The Erde 102 is 2,265kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is a compact 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg or the Erde 102?
The Erde 102. It is 2,265kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg or the Erde 102 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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