Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Ifor Williams BV64e
The Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,257kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 643kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,257kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 643kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Ifor Williams BV64e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 500kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 200kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.85m |
| Internal width | - | 1.15m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Ifor Williams BV64e. 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 carries 1,257kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
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 BV64e if...
- you want one that is 643kg lighter empty
A light domestic trailer for anyone wanting to lock away and weatherproof small loads like garden tools, motorbikes or market stock, towable by almost any car since it needs no brakes or driving licence upgrade.
Listed by
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,257kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 643kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Ifor Williams BV64e is a a small unbraked enclosed box trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Ifor Williams BV64e. It is 643kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 1,257kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams BV64e 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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