Head to head
Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 2,040kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg weighs 2,040kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 2320kg | 280kg |
| Payload | - | 470kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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 2,750kg 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 2,040kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 2,040kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is a compact 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 2,040kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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