Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Lider 39400E
The Lider 39400E is 758kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 758kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Lider 39400E | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 85kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal length | - | 173cm |
| Internal width | - | 115cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Lider 39400E. 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
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 39400E if...
- you want one that is 758kg lighter empty
The lightest motorcycle trailer in the Lider range, aimed at owners of smaller bikes who want the least weight to tow and store.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E is 758kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Lider 39400E is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle, lighter than the 29420/39401..
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E. It is 758kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Lider 39400E 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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