Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 400kg heavier gross and is 2kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 400kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 2kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 845kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Equi-Trek Apollo. 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 rated 400kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 2kg 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 Apollo if...
Equi-Trek's smallest motorised horsebox, built to be driveable on a standard car licence in its lighter configuration. It suits owners moving up from a trailer who want a small horsebox without a 7.5 tonne licence requirement.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 400kg heavier gross and is 2kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit. It is 2kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Equi-Trek Apollo 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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