Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Humbaur Steely
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,650kg heavier gross and carries 927kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,650kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 927kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 630kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Humbaur Steely. 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 927kg 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 Steely if...
The Steely is Humbaur's budget single-axle trailer, built with a hot-dip galvanised chassis as what the manufacturer describes as an entry point into trailer ownership. It suits light garden, construction-site and hobby loads rather than heavier trade use.
Full Steely specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Humbaur Steely?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,650kg heavier gross and carries 927kg more. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Humbaur Steely is a a small, unbraked single-axle flatbed trailer aimed at first-time buyers and light garden/site use..
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Humbaur Steely?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 927kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Humbaur Steely 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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