Head to head
Bockmann Portax L K vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 932kg more and is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax L K is 51cm (1.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 932kg more.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Bockmann Portax L K is 51cm (1.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 10cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax L K | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1318kg | 2250kg |
| Internal length | 4125mm | 3615mm |
| Internal width | 1750mm | 1850mm |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 1250kg |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Bockmann Portax L K, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Portax L K if...
- you want one that is 51cm (1.5ft) longer inside
The longer 'L' version of the Portax K, giving taller or bigger horses more room while keeping the front-exit layout. It appeals to owners of warmbloods or cobs who found the standard Portax K too tight.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that carries 932kg more
- you want one that is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 10cm wider inside
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax L K and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 932kg more and is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax L K is 51cm (1.5ft) longer inside. The Bockmann Portax L K is a long-wheelbase aluminium 2-horse trailer with front exit; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which carries more, the Bockmann Portax L K or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 932kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax L K or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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