Head to head
Equi-Trek Trail Treka vs Tickners RL5000
The Equi-Trek Trail Treka is a horsebox or horse trailer. The Tickners RL5000 is a covered, tilting-bed vehicle transporter trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Trail Treka | Tickners RL5000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 880kg (Model M) | 1,020-1,160kg depending on model |
| Gross weight | 2000kg (max, Model M) | 2,600-3,500kg depending on model |
| Body length | 4430mm (14ft 7in) (external) | - |
| Body width | 1990mm (6ft 7in) (external) | - |
| Horse area length | 3400mm (11ft 2in) (internal) | - |
| Overall length | - | 7,000mm |
| Bed length | - | 4,870mm |
| Overall height | - | 2,400mm |
| Axles | - | 2, 12in 155/5 stud wheels |
Sources: Equi-Trek Trail Treka, Tickners RL5000. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Trail Treka if...
Equi-Trek Trail Treka, 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
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the RL5000 if...
An enclosed, tilting-bed trailer used to transport and protect a car in transit, popular with motorsport and classic car owners. The manual tilt bed lets a single person load a low car without ramps digging in.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Trail Treka and the Tickners RL5000?
The Equi-Trek Trail Treka is a horsebox or horse trailer; the Tickners RL5000 is a covered, tilting-bed vehicle transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Trail Treka or the Tickners RL5000 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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