Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Bockmann Portax Esprit
The Bateson PT44 carries 423kg more and is rated 350kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 423kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 350kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 73kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Bockmann Portax Esprit | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 2400kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | approx. 843kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 1557kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Horse capacity | - | 2 horses |
| Body material | - | Aluminium |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Bockmann Portax Esprit. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT44 if...
- you want one that carries 423kg more
- you want one that is rated 350kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 73kg lighter empty
Bateson's 14ft x 7ft tilt-bed trailer, supplied with steel sides, ramps and a winch as standard. Used to load and carry cars, quads and small plant, it is one of the most widely stocked hydraulic tilt trailers among UK hire and trailer-sales firms.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
- 1Stop Trailers Ltd - Sudbury, Little Waldingfield
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 PT44 and the Bockmann Portax Esprit?
The Bateson PT44 carries 423kg more and is rated 350kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Bockmann Portax Esprit?
The Bateson PT44. It is 73kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Bockmann Portax Esprit?
The Bateson PT44, by 423kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 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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