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Bockmann Portax K vs Ifor Williams P5

The Bockmann Portax K is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 906kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bockmann Portax K
Bockmann Portax K - image: jswhorseboxes.co.uk
P5
Ifor Williams P5

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bockmann Portax KIfor Williams P5
Gross weight2400kg500kg
Payload1265kg359kg
Internal length3560mm-
Internal width1750mm-
Internal height2350mm-
Unladen weight-141kg
Internal bed-1.53m x 1.02m
Brakes-Unbraked

Sources: Bockmann Portax K, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Portax K if...

  • you want one that is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
  • you want one that carries 906kg more

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 P5 if...

A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.

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Full P5 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax K and the Ifor Williams P5?

The Bockmann Portax K is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 906kg more. The Bockmann Portax K is a aluminium 2-horse trailer with front exit; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.

Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax K or the Ifor Williams P5?

The Bockmann Portax K, by 906kg.

Can I tow the Bockmann Portax K or the Ifor Williams P5 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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