Head to head
Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg vs Nugent G2512D
The Nugent G2512D is 1,875kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg weighs 1,875kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg | Nugent G2512D | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 2320kg | 445kg |
| Payload | - | 1555kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2520mm x 1270mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg, Nugent G2512D. 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 1.5 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 G2512D if...
- you want one that is 1,875kg lighter empty
An entry-level general-purpose trailer for smallholders and light trade users who need a twin-axle chassis but not the larger bed of the G3015D.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg and the Nugent G2512D?
The Nugent G2512D is 1,875kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is a compact 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox; the Nugent G2512D is a a compact twin-axle general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg or the Nugent G2512D?
The Nugent G2512D. It is 1,875kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg or the Nugent G2512D 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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