Head to head
Equi-Trek Apollo vs Ifor Williams GX84
The Ifor Williams GX84 is 305kg lighter empty and is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 305kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX84 is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Apollo | Ifor Williams GX84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 845kg | 540kg |
| Payload | - | 2160kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.45m x 1.27m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Apollo, Ifor Williams GX84. 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 GX84 if...
- you want one that is 305kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross
An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Corwen Trailer Centre - Corwen
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Apollo and the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams GX84 is 305kg lighter empty and is rated 700kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox; the Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams GX84. It is 305kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams GX84 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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