Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Nugent P3116H
The Nugent P3116H carries 1,208kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Nugent P3116H carries 1,208kg more.
- Gross weight: the Nugent P3116H is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 108kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Nugent P3116H | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 2765kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 735kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Internal bed | - | 3148mm x 1616mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Nugent P3116H. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Portax Esprit if...
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 P3116H if...
- you want one that carries 1,208kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 108kg lighter empty
Bought by groundworks and plant hire operators who need to move a mini digger or similar compact machine and want Nugent's own suspension and braking package rather than a lighter unbraked trailer.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Nugent P3116H?
The Nugent P3116H carries 1,208kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Nugent P3116H is a a plant trailer for mini excavators and small machinery.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Nugent P3116H?
The Nugent P3116H. It is 108kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Nugent P3116H?
The Nugent P3116H, by 1,208kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Nugent P3116H 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.