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Brian James Connect Compact vs Equi-Trek Apollo

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 700kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Connect Compact
Brian James Connect Compact
Equi-Trek Apollo
Equi-Trek Apollo - image: threecounties.trek-trailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Connect CompactEqui-Trek Apollo
Gross weight2700kg2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec)
BrakesBraked-
Unladen weight-845kg

Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...

  • you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross

Brian James Connect Compact, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Flatbeds suit long or awkward loads that need strapping from any side - pallets, timber, machinery and vehicles.

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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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Equi-Trek Apollo?

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 700kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.

Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact 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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