Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 693kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,207kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 693kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Portax Esprit carries 1,207kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 500 kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | 350 kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 150 kg |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 1,207kg 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 693kg lighter empty
The Galaxy SW385M16 suits owners of small motorboats who need some flexibility in trailer length, since its adjustable frame extends to suit different hull lengths up to about 4.6m. Its sliding galvanised axle lets the owner fine-tune nose weight for safer towing behind a smaller car.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 693kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,207kg more. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is a a small adjustable-length boat trailer in Sun Way's Galaxy range, with a sliding axle to help balance the load when towing..
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 693kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit, by 1,207kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 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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