Head to head
Equi-Trek Space-Treka M vs Ifor Williams TA5
The Ifor Williams TA5 is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams TA5 is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Space-Treka M | Ifor Williams TA5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | From 1120kg | 610kg (8ft x 4ft) up to 1,030kg (TA5HD 12ft x 7ft) |
| Gross weight | 2500kg (max) | 2,700kg standard, 3,500kg on TA5HD variants |
| Body length | 3756mm (12ft 3in) (external) | - |
| Body width | 1835mm (6ft 1in) (external) | - |
| Horse area length | 2665mm (8ft 9in) (internal) | - |
| Internal width | - | 1.53m |
| Internal length | - | 2.32m, 3.12m or 3.72m depending on model |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Equi-Trek Space-Treka M, Ifor Williams TA5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Space-Treka M if...
Equi-Trek Space-Treka M, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Horseboxes and horse trailers like this are chosen by private owners and competition yards moving horses to shows, vets and new yards.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the TA5 if...
- you want one that is rated 200kg heavier gross
The standard British livestock trailer, and the one most smallholders and farmers picture when they say livestock trailer. Low loading height and flexible partitions matter more here than raw capacity, because the job is getting animals in and out calmly rather than maximising a payload.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Corwen Trailer Centre - Corwen
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Space-Treka M and the Ifor Williams TA5?
The Ifor Williams TA5 is rated 200kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Space-Treka M is a horsebox or horse trailer; the Ifor Williams TA5 is a livestock trailer, twin axle.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Space-Treka M or the Ifor Williams TA5 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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