Head to head
Equi-Trek Apollo vs Ifor Williams GH146
The Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is 65kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 weighs 65kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Apollo | Ifor Williams GH146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 845kg | 910kg |
| Payload | - | 2590kg |
| Internal bed | - | 4.285m x 1.84m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Apollo, Ifor Williams GH146. 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 65kg 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 GH146 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
Aimed at plant hire operators who need the longest bed in the GH range for larger excavators or two smaller machines, with a tri-axle chassis to keep payload up within the 3500kg limit.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Apollo and the Ifor Williams GH146?
The Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is 65kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox; the Ifor Williams GH146 is a a tri-axle long-bed plant trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams GH146?
The Equi-Trek Apollo. It is 65kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GH146.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams GH146 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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