Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 4 vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is 335kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 4 weighs 335kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 4 | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Unladen weight | from 1180kg | 845kg |
| Payload | up to 2320kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 4, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 4 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
Aimed at motorsport teams and vehicle recovery operators who need a hydraulic tilt-bed for easy low loading of a single car. It is the entry point into the numbered Race Transporter range, below the 5, 6 and 7.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the Apollo if...
- you want one that is 335kg lighter empty
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 Race Transporter 4 and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is 335kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 4 or the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Equi-Trek Apollo. It is 335kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 4.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 4 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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