Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 553kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 553kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 1000kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 290kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.58m x 1.58m |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. 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 1.4 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 Eurolight EL101-2515 if...
- you want one that is 553kg lighter empty
The EL101-2515 suits owners who only have a small braked towing capacity, since its 1000kg gross weight and single axle keep it within reach of many family cars. Its 2.58m bed still covers everyday jobs like garden waste, flat-pack furniture or a small ride-on mower.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 553kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is a a small single-axle flatbed trailer in Ifor Williams' lightweight Eurolight range, built for towing behind cars with a restricted towing limit..
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 553kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 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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