Head to head
Bateson 355B vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Bateson 355B is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 45kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 355B is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 45kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 355B | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Unladen weight | 800kg | 845kg |
| Payload | 2700kg | - |
| Deck length | 5000mm | - |
| Deck width | 2100mm | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
Sources: Bateson 355B, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 355B if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 45kg lighter empty
Bateson's most popular beavertail transporter, used by garages, race teams and recovery operators to load a car under its own power up a shallow ramp rather than winching it onto a flat deck. It comes with ramps and a hand winch as standard.
Listed by
- Mid Norfolk Trailer Sales & Hire LTD - King's Lynn
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 355B and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Bateson 355B is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 45kg lighter empty. The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 355B or the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Bateson 355B. It is 45kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Bateson 355B 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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