Head to head
Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 1,250kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 507kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 1,250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 507kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Unladen weight | 338kg | 845kg |
| Payload | 412kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2100mm x 1250mm | - |
| Axles | 1 | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
Sources: Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is 507kg lighter empty
A light tipping trailer aimed at gardeners and smallholders moving mowers, tools or loose garden waste, small enough to stay in the unbraked towing class. Its side-tip mechanism keeps the ramp door usable when tipped.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the Apollo if...
- you want one that is rated 1,250kg heavier gross
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 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 1,250kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 507kg lighter empty. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is a small unbraked tipping trailer; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer. It is 507kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer 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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