Head to head
Bockmann Portax K vs Ifor Williams LM105
The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 1,630kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM105 carries 1,630kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM105 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax K | Ifor Williams LM105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1265kg | 2895kg |
| Internal length | 3560mm | - |
| Internal width | 1750mm | - |
| Internal height | 2350mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 605kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.01m x 1.68m |
Sources: Bockmann Portax K, Ifor Williams LM105. 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.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the LM105 if...
- you want one that carries 1,630kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
A workhorse flatbed for farmers, landscapers and small hauliers moving bagged materials, bales or machinery with dropsides, sized to fit most towing vehicles rated to 3500kg.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax K and the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 1,630kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax K is a aluminium 2-horse trailer with front exit; the Ifor Williams LM105 is a a general-purpose flatbed trailer.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax K or the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105, by 1,630kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax K or the Ifor Williams LM105 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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