Head to head
Anssems GT500-151 vs Bateson 48LT
The Bateson 48LT is rated 2.6 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 48LT is rated 2.6 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Anssems GT500-151 | Bateson 48LT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 500kg | 3100kg |
| Internal dimensions | 151cm x 101cm x 48cm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 950kg |
| Payload | - | 2150kg |
| Internal length | - | 3600mm |
| Internal width | - | 1710mm |
| Internal height | - | 1800mm |
Sources: Anssems GT500-151, Bateson 48LT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GT500-151 if...
A light trailer for camping gear, luggage and small DIY loads, towable behind almost any car. The hard-top version is the one most buyers want, because weatherproof and lockable is the whole reason to choose this over a builders trailer.
Full GT500-151 specifications →Buy or hire the 48LT if...
- you want one that is rated 2.6 tonnes heavier gross
Bateson's largest standard livestock trailer, described by the maker as suited to 4x4s and larger tow vehicles. It gives farmers more capacity than the smaller 60LT-class trailers in the same range.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Common questions
What is the difference between the Anssems GT500-151 and the Bateson 48LT?
The Bateson 48LT is rated 2.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Anssems GT500-151 is a small single-axle luggage and general purpose trailer; the Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer.
Can I tow the Anssems GT500-151 or the Bateson 48LT 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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