Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Bockmann Portax L K
The Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 239kg more. The Bockmann Portax L K is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 239kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax L K is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Bockmann Portax L K | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 2500kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 1318kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal length | - | 4125mm |
| Internal width | - | 1750mm |
| Internal height | - | 2300mm |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Bockmann Portax L K. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Portax Esprit if...
- you want one that carries 239kg more
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
Buy or hire the Portax L K if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
The longer 'L' version of the Portax K, giving taller or bigger horses more room while keeping the front-exit layout. It appeals to owners of warmbloods or cobs who found the standard Portax K too tight.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Bockmann Portax L K?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 239kg more. The Bockmann Portax L K is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Bockmann Portax L K is a long-wheelbase aluminium 2-horse trailer with front exit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Bockmann Portax L K?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 239kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Bockmann Portax L K 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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