Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,087kg more and is rated 1,650kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 563kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,087kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,650kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 563kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 470kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 280kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle 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 carries 1,087kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,650kg 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 563kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,087kg more and is rated 1,650kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 563kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 563kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 1,087kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle 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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