Head to head
Brian James C4 vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Brian James C4 is rated 600kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James C4 is rated 600kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Size | 2m x 4.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 845kg |
Sources: Brian James C4, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C4 if...
- you want one that is rated 600kg heavier gross
Brian James C4, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.
Listed by
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
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 Brian James C4 and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Brian James C4 is rated 600kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 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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