Head to head
Equi-Trek Apollo vs Ifor Williams HB506
The Ifor Williams HB506 is rated 600kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is 75kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB506 is rated 600kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB506 weighs 75kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Apollo | Ifor Williams HB506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 845kg | 920kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.16m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Equi-Trek Apollo, Ifor Williams HB506. 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 75kg 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 HB506 if...
- you want one that is rated 600kg heavier gross
The mainstream two-horse trailer in Britain, used by private owners and small yards. Its comparatively low unladen weight for the class is the practical point: it widens the range of 4x4s and large SUVs that can legally and comfortably tow it.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- 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 HB506?
The Ifor Williams HB506 is rated 600kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is 75kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox; the Ifor Williams HB506 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams HB506?
The Equi-Trek Apollo. It is 75kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB506.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams HB506 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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