Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is 355kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 355kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 845kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 5 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
Used by race teams and professional recovery operators moving cars that need slightly more bed length or restraint options than the Race Transporter 4 offers. It remains a twin-axle single-car trailer rather than a multi-car hauler.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Apollo if...
- you want one that is 355kg 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 5 and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is 355kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Equi-Trek Apollo. It is 355kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 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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