Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Woodford GP Single Axle Box
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,650kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,650kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Woodford GP Single Axle Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 750kg (unbraked) |
| Payload | 1557kg | - |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Tyres | - | 500x10 6-ply |
| Internal width | - | 1,455mm |
| Load bed length | - | 2,100mm to 2,710mm depending on size |
| Floor | - | 12mm phenolic-coated birchwood |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Woodford GP Single Axle Box. 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 1,650kg 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 GP Single Axle Box if...
A small, lidded box trailer bought by tradespeople and households for tools, tip runs and light loads that need weather protection. Its 750kg unbraked rating means almost any car with a towbar can pull it.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Woodford GP Single Axle Box?
The Bockmann Portax Esprit is rated 1,650kg heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Woodford GP Single Axle Box is a small single axle box trailer range.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Woodford GP Single Axle Box 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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