GetBrent

Head to head

Equi-Trek Apollo vs Fautras Oblic+2

The Equi-Trek Apollo is 135kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Equi-Trek Apollo
Equi-Trek Apollo - image: threecounties.trek-trailers.co.uk
Oblic+2
Fautras Oblic+2

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Equi-Trek ApolloFautras Oblic+2
Gross weight2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec)2,000-3,000kg (chassis dependent)
Unladen weight845kg980kg
Interior length-3.45m
Interior width-1.80m

Sources: Equi-Trek Apollo, Fautras Oblic+2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Apollo if...

  • you want one that is 135kg 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

Full Apollo specifications →

Buy or hire the Oblic+2 if...

A two-horse trailer that loads horses at a diagonal rather than straight ahead, giving nervous travellers more room to brace. It is hired by owners moving horses that struggle in conventional straight-loading boxes; UK ads sometimes list it under Cheval Liberte, the dealer that distributes it, rather than its actual French maker Fautras.

Full Oblic+2 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Apollo and the Fautras Oblic+2?

The Equi-Trek Apollo is 135kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox; the Fautras Oblic+2 is a diagonal-loading two-horse trailer.

Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Fautras Oblic+2?

The Equi-Trek Apollo. It is 135kg lighter empty than the Fautras Oblic+2.

Can I tow the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Fautras Oblic+2 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.

GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.