Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Bockmann Portax Esprit
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 128kg lighter empty and is rated 350kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 128kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 350kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Bockmann Portax Esprit | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 2400kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | approx. 843kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Payload | - | 1557kg |
| Horse capacity | - | 2 horses |
| Body material | - | Aluminium |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Bockmann Portax Esprit. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 27-16 Transporter if...
- you want one that is 128kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 350kg heavier gross
A hydraulic tilt-bed transporter used by recovery operators, car dealers and track-day owners. The hydraulic tilt rather than a winch and ramps is the whole reason to choose it: loading a low or non-running car alone is simple in a way it is not on a flatbed.
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 27-16 Transporter and the Bockmann Portax Esprit?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 128kg lighter empty and is rated 350kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Bockmann Portax Esprit?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter. It is 128kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter 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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