Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Cheval Liberte Hippomobile
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 72kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile weighs 72kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Cheval Liberte Hippomobile | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 915kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| External dimensions | - | 5,950 x 2,150 x 2,750mm |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,150 x 1,670 x 2,300mm |
| Carriage platform | - | 1,520 x 1,920mm |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Cheval Liberte Hippomobile. 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 72kg 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
Buy or hire the Hippomobile if...
- you want one that is rated 200kg heavier gross
A two-horse trailer with a front platform sized to carry a horse-drawn carriage, aimed at driving competitors rather than everyday riders. It lets one outfit move both horses and the carriage they pull in a single tow, which is why it turns up with carriage-driving yards rather than general livery use.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 72kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is rated 200kg heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is a twin horse trailer with front carriage-carrying platform.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit. It is 72kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile 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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