Head to head
Brian James C Transporter vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C Transporter | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,500kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Load capacity | 1,010kg | - |
| Bed length | 3.20m | - |
| Bed width | 1.80m | - |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 845kg |
Sources: Brian James C Transporter, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C Transporter if...
Brian James's entry-level open car transporter, a single-axle trailer that a family car can tow. Its 1,010kg load capacity suits a small classic car, track-day hatchback or ride-on mower rather than a modern SUV or performance car.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Apollo if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg 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 Brian James C Transporter and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Brian James C Transporter is a single axle open car transporter trailer; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Can I tow the Brian James C 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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