Head to head
Equi-Trek Apollo vs Ifor Williams BV126
The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is 135kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 weighs 135kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Apollo | Ifor Williams BV126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 845kg | 980kg |
| Payload | - | 2520kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.60m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
| Axles | - | Twin (dual) |
Sources: Equi-Trek Apollo, Ifor Williams BV126. 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
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Buy or hire the BV126 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Apollo and the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is 135kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox; the Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Equi-Trek Apollo. It is 135kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV126.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams BV126 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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