Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Bateson 26MD is 345kg lighter empty and is rated 600kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 345kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 600kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 845kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 26MD if...
- you want one that is 345kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 600kg heavier gross
A compact plant trailer built to carry a 1.5 to 2 tonne mini excavator plus buckets and attachments. It is a common sight behind pickups on groundworks and landscaping jobs, sized to stay within an unbraked or standard car licence towing limit.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Apollo if...
Equi-Trek's smallest motorised horsebox, built to be driveable on a standard car licence in its lighter configuration. It suits owners moving up from a trailer who want a small horsebox without a 7.5 tonne licence requirement.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Bateson 26MD is 345kg lighter empty and is rated 600kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 345kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Equi-Trek Apollo 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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