Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Erde PM310
The Erde PM310 is 783kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,317kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 783kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,317kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Erde PM310 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 300kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 240kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 60kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal bed | - | 200 x 112cm |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Erde PM310. 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 1,317kg 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 PM310 if...
- you want one that is 783kg lighter empty
A lightweight option for owners of smaller motorcycles or scooters who want the least weight to tow. The 200 x 112cm bed suits scooters, trail bikes and smaller road bikes, and the 60kg unladen weight barely registers on a tow car.
Listed by
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Erde PM310?
The Erde PM310 is 783kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,317kg more. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Erde PM310 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde PM310?
The Erde PM310. It is 783kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde PM310?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 1,317kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Erde PM310 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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