Head to head
Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams GX
The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg | Ifor Williams GX | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700-3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 2320kg | - |
Sources: Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg, Ifor Williams GX. 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 800kg 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 GX if...
Ifor Williams GX, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Plant trailers are the working end of groundworks: contractors and hire firms use them to move mini diggers, dumpers and rollers between sites.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg and the Ifor Williams GX?
The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is a compact 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox; the Ifor Williams GX is a plant trailer range.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams GX 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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