Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Ifor Williams LM105
The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 1,338kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM105 carries 1,338kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM105 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 238kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Ifor Williams LM105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 2895kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 605kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal bed | - | 3.01m x 1.68m |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Ifor Williams LM105. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Portax Esprit if...
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 LM105 if...
- you want one that carries 1,338kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 238kg lighter empty
A workhorse flatbed for farmers, landscapers and small hauliers moving bagged materials, bales or machinery with dropsides, sized to fit most towing vehicles rated to 3500kg.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 1,338kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Ifor Williams LM105 is a a general-purpose flatbed trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105. It is 238kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105, by 1,338kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams LM105 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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