Head to head
Equi-Trek Apollo vs Ifor Williams LM166
The Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 50kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 50kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Apollo | Ifor Williams LM166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 845kg | 795kg |
| Payload | - | 2705kg |
| Internal bed | - | 4.77m x 1.98m |
Sources: Equi-Trek Apollo, Ifor Williams LM166. 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 LM166 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 50kg lighter empty
Bought by contractors and hauliers who regularly carry longer loads, such as fencing materials or several pallets, and need more deck length than the LM106 or LM126 provide.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Apollo and the Ifor Williams LM166?
The Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 50kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox; the Ifor Williams LM166 is a a long-bed flatbed trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams LM166?
The Ifor Williams LM166. It is 50kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Apollo or the Ifor Williams LM166 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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