Head to head
Bateson 100LT vs Rice Beaufort Double
The Bateson 100LT is rated 8,420kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 100LT is rated 8,420kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 100LT | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 10,000kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Axles | Twin beam axles, cam brakes, leaf spring | Twin |
| Internal length | 6000mm (20ft) | - |
| Internal width | 2200mm (2300mm overall) | - |
| Wheels/tyres | 400 x 60 x 15.5 | - |
Sources: Bateson 100LT, Rice Beaufort Double. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 100LT if...
- you want one that is rated 8,420kg heavier gross
Bateson's largest livestock trailer, a 20ft tractor-drawn unit with a fully galvanised, demountable container. At 10 tonnes gross it suits livestock hauliers and farms moving full loads of cattle or sheep rather than the smaller trailers aimed at hobby keepers.
Listed by
- Liverseed Trailers - Preston, Lostock Hall, Penwortham
Buy or hire the Beaufort Double if...
A twin axle two-horse trailer from a once-major UK horsebox brand. Owners keep older examples going with parts from specialist trailer suppliers rather than buying new.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 100LT and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Bateson 100LT is rated 8,420kg heavier gross. The Bateson 100LT is a tractor-drawn livestock trailer with demountable container, 20ft; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 100LT or the Rice Beaufort Double on a car licence?
Bateson 100LT is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.
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