Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs Bockmann Portax Esprit
The Bateson PT66 carries 1,008kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 92kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT66 carries 1,008kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT66 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT66 weighs 92kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT66 | Bockmann Portax Esprit | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2400kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | approx. 843kg |
| Payload | 2565kg | 1557kg |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Axles | Triple | - |
| Horse capacity | - | 2 horses |
| Body material | - | Aluminium |
Sources: Bateson PT66, Bockmann Portax Esprit. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT66 if...
- you want one that carries 1,008kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
Bateson's largest hydraulic tilt trailer with triple hinged steel sides, used to move light commercial vehicles, plant and ground maintenance machinery. Its hydraulic tilt bed lets one person load without ramps.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Portax Esprit if...
- you want one that is 92kg lighter empty
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 PT66 and the Bockmann Portax Esprit?
The Bateson PT66 carries 1,008kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 92kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is a triple axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT66 or the Bockmann Portax Esprit?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit. It is 92kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT66.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT66 or the Bockmann Portax Esprit?
The Bateson PT66, by 1,008kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 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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