Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Erde CH451
The Erde CH451 is 734kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,063kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 734kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,063kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Erde CH451 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 600kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 494kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 109kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal bed | - | 200 x 117cm |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Erde CH451. 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 1,063kg 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 CH451 if...
- you want one that is 734kg lighter empty
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451 is 734kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,063kg more. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451. It is 734kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde CH451?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 1,063kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde CH451 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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