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Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Cheval Liberte Maxi4

The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 657kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Portax Esprit
Bockmann Portax Esprit
Cheval Liberte Maxi4
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 - image: fieldfare.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bockmann Portax EspritCheval Liberte Maxi4
Gross weight2400kg3500kg
Unladen weightapprox. 843kg1500kg
Payload1557kg-
Horse capacity2 horses-
Body materialAluminium-
Internal length-4900mm
Internal width-2070mm
Internal height-2300mm

Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Cheval Liberte Maxi4. 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 657kg 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.

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Buy or hire the Maxi4 if...

  • you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross

The four-horse version of the Maxi range, used by yards, dealers and competition riders who regularly move multiple horses at once. Its herringbone loading is claimed by the maker to be more comfortable for horses than straight loading over long journeys.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Cheval Liberte Maxi4?

The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 657kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer.

Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Cheval Liberte Maxi4?

The Bockmann Portax Esprit. It is 657kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.

Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 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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