Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Brian James Tipper is rated 700kg heavier gross and is 60kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 700kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 60kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 845kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | - |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
- you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 60kg lighter empty
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
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 Tipper and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Brian James Tipper is rated 700kg heavier gross and is 60kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Brian James Tipper. It is 60kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 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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