Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Debon Roadster C500
The Debon Roadster C500 is 218kg lighter empty and is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 218kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Debon Roadster C500 is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Debon Roadster C500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 625kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,130mm x 1,640mm x 2,010mm |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Debon Roadster C500. 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 Roadster C500 if...
- you want one that is 218kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 200kg heavier gross
A popular enclosed box trailer with market traders, mobile caterers and tradespeople who need secure, weatherproof storage in transit. The side-opening hatch version is the one most buyers want, because it allows quick access without swinging the rear doors open.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Debon Roadster C500?
The Debon Roadster C500 is 218kg lighter empty and is rated 200kg heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Debon Roadster C500 is a enclosed box van trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Debon Roadster C500?
The Debon Roadster C500. It is 218kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Debon Roadster C500 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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