Head to head
Equi-Trek Apollo vs Ifor Williams GX105 HD
The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 155kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX105 HD is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 155kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Apollo | Ifor Williams GX105 HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 845kg | 690kg |
| Payload | - | 2810kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.03m x 1.57m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Apollo, Ifor Williams GX105 HD. 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 GX105 HD if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 155kg lighter empty
For plant hire operators moving heavier compact machinery on the same bed footprint as the GX105, where the standard trailer's 2700kg gross weight would leave too little payload.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Apollo and the Ifor Williams GX105 HD?
The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 155kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox; the Ifor Williams GX105 HD is a a heavy-duty version of the GX105 plant trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams GX105 HD?
The Ifor Williams GX105 HD. It is 155kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams GX105 HD 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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