Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 1,477kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg weighs 1,477kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 2320kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Equi-Trek Sonic 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 1,477kg 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 Sonic 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
A compact motorised horsebox pitched as easy to drive day to day, for owners of one or two horses who want a small horsebox rather than a trailer and tow car. It is one of Equi-Trek's lower-cost motorised models.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 1,477kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg is a compact 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit. It is 1,477kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Equi-Trek Sonic 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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