Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Bateson 35MD is 1,715kg lighter empty and carries 1,715kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,715kg more empty.
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 1,715kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 2440kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 1060kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35MD if...
- you want one that is 1,715kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 1,715kg more
A plant trailer sized for a mini digger or small excavator, with a gas-assisted full-width ramp door for driving machines straight on and off. It is aimed at groundworkers and plant hire companies rather than general haulage.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
The Excel trim adds equipment and finish over the standard Equinox on the same 3.5 tonne chassis, aimed at buyers who want a more comfortable cab and living area without moving up a weight class.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson 35MD is 1,715kg lighter empty and carries 1,715kg more. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson 35MD. It is 1,715kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson 35MD, by 1,715kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg 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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