Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Erde 102
The Erde 102 is 788kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,312kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 788kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,312kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 300kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 245kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 55kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | - | 0.85m / 2'9" |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Erde 102. 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 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,312kg 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 102 if...
- you want one that is 788kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Listed by
- Worcester Trailer Hire - Worcester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Erde 102?
The Erde 102 is 788kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,312kg more. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde 102?
The Erde 102. It is 788kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde 102?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 1,312kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde 102 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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