Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,418kg more and is 318kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,418kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 318kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 2975kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 525kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Ifor Williams LM85. 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 LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 1,418kg more
- you want one that is 318kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,418kg more and is 318kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85. It is 318kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 1,418kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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