Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 745kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,055kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 745kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,055kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 600kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 502kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 98kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal width | - | 0.99m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Erde 143. 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 1.8 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,055kg 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 143 if...
- you want one that is 745kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 745kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,055kg more. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 745kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde 143?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 1,055kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde 143 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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