Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Ifor Williams BV106
The Ifor Williams BV106 carries 1,043kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 57kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 1,043kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 weighs 57kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Ifor Williams BV106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Overall length | - | 4.70m |
| Internal load length | - | 3.00m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Ifor Williams BV106. 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 57kg lighter empty
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 BV106 if...
- you want one that carries 1,043kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
The BV106 is an enclosed, lockable box trailer aimed at trades and small businesses that need to keep tools, stock or equipment secure and dry between jobs. The taller 7' high-roof version suits bulkier or taller items at the cost of a little extra unladen weight.
Full BV106 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Ifor Williams BV106 carries 1,043kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 57kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions..
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit. It is 57kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV106.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 1,043kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams BV106 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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