Head to head
Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg vs Nugent P2813S
The Nugent P2813S is 1,740kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg weighs 1,740kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg | Nugent P2813S | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,700kg |
| Unladen weight | 2320kg | 580kg |
| Bed | - | 2.792m x 1.348m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg, Nugent P2813S. 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 P2813S if...
- you want one that is 1,740kg lighter empty
A compact, low-loading plant trailer sized around a mini excavator. The bed is deliberately short, which is the point: it suits a 1.5 to 2 tonne machine and keeps the whole outfit towable rather than chasing capacity it does not need.
Full P2813S specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg and the Nugent P2813S?
The Nugent P2813S is 1,740kg lighter empty. 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 Nugent P2813S is a plant trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg or the Nugent P2813S?
The Nugent P2813S. It is 1,740kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg or the Nugent P2813S 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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