Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 1,597kg lighter empty and carries 497kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,597kg more empty.
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 497kg more.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 1060kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 2440kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg. 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 1,597kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 497kg more
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 Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
The Excel trim adds equipment and finish over the standard Equinox on the same 3.5 tonne chassis, aimed at buyers who want a more comfortable cab and living area without moving up a weight class.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 1,597kg lighter empty and carries 497kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit. It is 1,597kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 497kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg 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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