Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Ifor Williams BV106
The Ifor Williams BV106 is 1,540kg lighter empty and carries 1,540kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,540kg more empty.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 1,540kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Ifor Williams BV106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) |
| Payload | 1060kg | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) |
| Overall length | - | 4.70m |
| Internal load length | - | 3.00m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Ifor Williams BV106. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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.
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- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
Buy or hire the BV106 if...
- you want one that is 1,540kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 1,540kg more
The BV106 is an enclosed, lockable box trailer aimed at trades and small businesses that need to keep tools, stock or equipment secure and dry between jobs. The taller 7' high-roof version suits bulkier or taller items at the cost of a little extra unladen weight.
Full BV106 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Ifor Williams BV106 is 1,540kg lighter empty and carries 1,540kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; the Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions..
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Ifor Williams BV106. It is 1,540kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 1,540kg.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg or the Ifor Williams BV106 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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