Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 407kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 693kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 407kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 693kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 2250kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 1250kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Internal width | - | 1850mm |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 407kg lighter empty
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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 693kg more
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is 407kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 693kg more. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit. It is 407kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 693kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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