Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 750kg heavier gross and is 130kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 130kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 845kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 27-16 Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 130kg lighter empty
A hydraulic tilt-bed transporter used by recovery operators, car dealers and track-day owners. The hydraulic tilt rather than a winch and ramps is the whole reason to choose it: loading a low or non-running car alone is simple in a way it is not on a flatbed.
Full 27-16 Transporter specifications →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 27-16 Transporter and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 750kg heavier gross and is 130kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter. It is 130kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter 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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