Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Brian James Race Shuttle 2
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 2600kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | up to 1809kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Brian James Race Shuttle 2. 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 Race Shuttle 2 if...
- you want one that is rated 200kg heavier gross
Bought by club racers and classic car owners who want an enclosed, lockable transporter without stepping up to the larger Race Shuttle 3. The fixed or tilt-bed choice suits both low-slung cars and everyday road cars.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Brian James Race Shuttle 2?
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 200kg heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter offered in fixed or tilt-bed form.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 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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