Head to head
Bateson 120V Van Trailer vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is 990kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,760kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 990kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 1,760kg more.
- Internal length: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 1.56m (5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 70cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 120V Van Trailer | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 260kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | 490kg | 2250kg |
| Internal length | 2050mm | 3615mm |
| Internal width | 1150mm | 1850mm |
| Internal height | 1200mm | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Bateson 120V Van Trailer, 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 120V Van Trailer if...
- you want one that is 990kg lighter empty
A light unbraked box trailer with a galvanised chassis and fibreglass body, aimed at private buyers who want weatherproof, lockable storage behind a small car. Its low weight keeps it towable by vehicles with a modest unbraked limit.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,760kg more
- you want one that is 1.56m (5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 70cm (2.5ft) 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 Bateson 120V Van Trailer and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is 990kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,760kg more. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is a small unbraked fibreglass box trailer; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Bateson 120V Van Trailer. It is 990kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 1,760kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 120V Van Trailer 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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