Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg
The Bateson 12LT is 2,550kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg weighs 2,550kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 4500kg |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | 2900kg |
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | - |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Payload | 950kg | - |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg. 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 2,550kg lighter empty
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 Victory 4,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross
A step up from the Sonic and Equinox 3,500kg models, giving more payload and a proper living area on a 4.5 tonne chassis. It suits owners who compete regularly and want to stay over without a separate caravan.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 12LT and the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg?
The Bateson 12LT is 2,550kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 12LT is a the smallest trailer in Bateson's livestock range, a single-axle trailer for calves, sheep and pigs.; the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is a 4.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox with living area.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 12LT or the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg?
The Bateson 12LT. It is 2,550kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT or the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg on a car licence?
Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.
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