Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Brian James C4
The Brian James C4 is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James C4 is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Brian James C4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 2600kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | - |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Size | - | 2m x 4.5m loading area |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Brian James C4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the C4 if...
- you want one that is rated 200kg heavier gross
Brian James C4, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Brian James C4?
The Brian James C4 is rated 200kg heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Brian James C4 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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