Fill in the blank (_) in the following sentence from the following choices.
Sentence: The trainer tried to put the exercise equipment in the van but it wouldn't fit; the _ was too small.

Choice 1: The trainer tried to put the exercise equipment in the van but it wouldn't fit; the van was too small.
Choice 2: The trainer tried to put the exercise equipment in the van but it wouldn't fit; the equipment was too small.
Which of the choices is correct? Respond with only "1" or "2" and no additional text.
1
2.