Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Erde CH751
The Erde CH751 is 712kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,650kg heavier gross and carries 932kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 712kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,650kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 932kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Erde CH751 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 625kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 131kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Erde CH751. 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 1,650kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 932kg 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 CH751 if...
- you want one that is 712kg lighter empty
The higher-capacity version of the CH451 chassis for buyers building a heavier custom body or fitting a motorcycle carrier deck.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Erde CH751?
The Erde CH751 is 712kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,650kg heavier gross and carries 932kg more. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Erde CH751 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 750kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde CH751?
The Erde CH751. It is 712kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde CH751?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 932kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde CH751 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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