Head to head
Equi-Trek Apollo vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 565kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 1,250kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 565kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 1,250kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Equi-Trek Apollo | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 845kg | 280kg |
| Payload | - | 470kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Equi-Trek Apollo, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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 1,250kg 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 565kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Apollo and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 565kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Apollo is rated 1,250kg heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Equi-Trek Apollo or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 565kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Equi-Trek Apollo or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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