Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 683kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,217kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 683kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,217kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 500 kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 340 kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 160 kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. 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
- you want one that carries 1,217kg more
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 Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 683kg lighter empty
The Galaxy SW345PN suits owners of inflatables and small RIBs who want the lightest trailer that still meets EU type approval, since its 500kg gross weight lets many small cars tow it without extra licence categories. Its multi-roller bed is built for a soft or RIB hull rather than a hard-chine motorboat.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 683kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,217kg more. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is a a lightweight single-axle boat trailer from Sun Way's Galaxy range, designed for inflatable and rigid inflatable boats..
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 683kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 1,217kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN 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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