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Bockmann Portax K vs Cheval Liberte Touring Country

The Cheval Liberte Touring Country is rated 200kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bockmann Portax K
Bockmann Portax K - image: jswhorseboxes.co.uk
Cheval Liberte Touring Country
Cheval Liberte Touring Country - image: cheval-liberte.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bockmann Portax KCheval Liberte Touring Country
Gross weight2400kg2,600kg
Payload1265kg-
Internal length3560mm-
Internal width1750mm-
Internal height2350mm-
Unladen weight-850kg
Internal dimensions-3,310mm x 1,680mm x 2,310mm
Individual stall-1,930mm x 830mm x 2,265mm

Sources: Bockmann Portax K, Cheval Liberte Touring Country. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Portax K if...

A mid-range Portax with a front unloading ramp, bought by owners who value being able to lead a horse out the front rather than reversing it out. It sits below the Big Portax models in size and price.

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Full Portax K specifications →

Buy or hire the Touring Country if...

  • you want one that is rated 200kg heavier gross

The most direct continental alternative to the Ifor Williams HB range. It is both larger inside and lighter unladen than the HB506, which is the trade-off worth understanding: more room per kilo, from aluminium and composite construction rather than steel.

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Full Touring Country specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax K and the Cheval Liberte Touring Country?

The Cheval Liberte Touring Country is rated 200kg heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax K is a aluminium 2-horse trailer with front exit; the Cheval Liberte Touring Country is a two-horse trailer.

Can I tow the Bockmann Portax K or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country 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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