Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Debon Moto 1
The Bateson 12LT is rated 550kg heavier gross and carries 373kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 12LT is rated 550kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 12LT carries 373kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Debon Moto 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 950kg | 577kg (approx, depending on specification) |
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | - |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | - |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Debon Moto 1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 12LT if...
- you want one that is rated 550kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 373kg more
The 12LT is Bateson's entry-level livestock trailer, the only single-axle model in its livestock range, aimed at smallholders and farmers moving calves, sheep or pigs in smaller numbers than a full cattle trailer would carry. Its low GVW keeps it towable by smaller 4x4s and pickups.
Full 12LT specifications →Buy or hire the Moto 1 if...
A popular budget choice for bikers who want a simple tilt-bed trailer that avoids the licence and cost implications of a braked chassis.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 12LT and the Debon Moto 1?
The Bateson 12LT is rated 550kg heavier gross and carries 373kg more. The Bateson 12LT is a the smallest trailer in Bateson's livestock range, a single-axle trailer for calves, sheep and pigs.; the Debon Moto 1 is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which carries more, the Bateson 12LT or the Debon Moto 1?
The Bateson 12LT, by 373kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT or the Debon Moto 1 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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