Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Ifor Williams P5
The Ifor Williams P5 is 702kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,198kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 702kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,198kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 500kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 359kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 141kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Ifor Williams P5. 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 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,198kg more
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 P5 if...
- you want one that is 702kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5 is 702kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,198kg more. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 702kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 1,198kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams P5 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.