Head to head
Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg vs Maypole MP6810
The Maypole MP6810 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 | Maypole MP6810 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 2320kg | 55kg |
| Payload | - | 245kg |
| Internal length | - | 105cm |
| Internal width | - | 85cm |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg, Maypole MP6810. 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 MP6810 if...
- you want one that is 2,265kg lighter empty
Maypole's smallest trailer, for buyers wanting the lightest possible box trailer for camping gear or light loads. A 105 x 85cm bed and 55kg unladen weight put it in reach of a small hatchback, and it is the trailer people buy for a single job rather than a fleet.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg and the Maypole MP6810?
The Maypole MP6810 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 Maypole MP6810 is a a small unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 300kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg or the Maypole MP6810?
The Maypole MP6810. It is 2,265kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg or the Maypole MP6810 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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