Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,050kg heavier gross and carries 451kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,050kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 451kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 1350kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 1106kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2515mm x 1300mm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Braked (overrun) |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135. 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 is rated 1,050kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 451kg 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 TL-ALK 2513/135 if...
A single-axle box trailer that also tips, giving private and trade users a lightweight option for both general loads and loose materials. It fits within a car's braked towing limit for many vehicles.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,050kg heavier gross and carries 451kg more. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 is a small tipping low-loader box trailer.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 451kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 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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