Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Ifor Williams P6
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Ifor Williams P6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 1000kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | - |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 6ft x 4ft |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Ifor Williams P6. 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 P6 if...
Ifor Williams P6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. The small Ifor Williams general purpose trailer and the forerunner of the current P6e. Householders and gardeners use it for tip runs, garden waste and DIY materials behind almost any car.
Full P6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Ifor Williams P6?
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 P6 is a small general purpose trailer, 6ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Ifor Williams P6 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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