Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Bockmann Portax Esprit
The Bateson 26MD is 343kg lighter empty and carries 543kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 343kg more empty.
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 543kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Bockmann Portax Esprit | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2400kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | approx. 843kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 1557kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Horse capacity | - | 2 horses |
| Body material | - | Aluminium |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Bockmann Portax Esprit. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 26MD if...
- you want one that is 343kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 543kg more
- you want one that is rated 200kg heavier gross
A compact plant trailer built to carry a 1.5 to 2 tonne mini excavator plus buckets and attachments. It is a common sight behind pickups on groundworks and landscaping jobs, sized to stay within an unbraked or standard car licence towing limit.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Portax Esprit if...
Bockmann's entry-level model in its Portax range, built for owners wanting a durable two-horse trailer without the cost of the higher trims. Its light unladen weight keeps it towable by a mid-size 4x4 or pickup.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Bockmann Portax Esprit?
The Bateson 26MD is 343kg lighter empty and carries 543kg more. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Bockmann Portax Esprit?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 343kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Bockmann Portax Esprit?
The Bateson 26MD, by 543kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Bockmann Portax Esprit 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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