Head to head
Equi-Trek Apollo vs Ifor Williams GD105
The Ifor Williams GD105 is 260kg lighter empty and is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 260kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Apollo | Ifor Williams GD105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) | 2,700kg |
| Unladen weight | 845kg | 585kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.11m x 1.58m (10ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Equi-Trek Apollo, Ifor Williams GD105. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the GD105 if...
- you want one that is 260kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross
The same market as the GD85 with about 60cm more bed length, which is the difference between fitting a load and not. Landscapers and anyone moving long materials or a quad choose it for the length rather than the payload, which is unchanged.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Apollo and the Ifor Williams GD105?
The Ifor Williams GD105 is 260kg lighter empty and is rated 700kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox; the Ifor Williams GD105 is a general duty box trailer, twin axle, longer bed.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams GD105?
The Ifor Williams GD105. It is 260kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams GD105 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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