Head to head
Equi-Trek Apollo vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 78kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 400kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 78kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Apollo | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 845kg | 767kg |
| Payload | - | 833kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.08m |
| Internal width | - | 1.30m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Apollo, Ifor Williams HB403. 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 rated 400kg heavier gross
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 HB403 if...
- you want one that is 78kg lighter empty
The smallest trailer in the HB horsebox range, bought by owners of a single horse or a couple of ponies who want the lightest legal option that can still be towed by a mid-size car.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Apollo and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 78kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams HB403. It is 78kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams HB403 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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