Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Erde CH751
The Erde CH751 is 219kg lighter empty. The Bateson 12LT is rated 550kg heavier gross and carries 325kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 12LT weighs 219kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 12LT is rated 550kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 12LT carries 325kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Erde CH751 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | 131kg |
| Payload | 950kg | 625kg |
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | - |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Erde CH751. 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 325kg 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 CH751 if...
- you want one that is 219kg lighter empty
The higher-capacity version of the CH451 chassis for buyers building a heavier custom body or fitting a motorcycle carrier deck.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 12LT and the Erde CH751?
The Erde CH751 is 219kg lighter empty. The Bateson 12LT is rated 550kg heavier gross and carries 325kg more. The Bateson 12LT is a the smallest trailer in Bateson's livestock range, a single-axle trailer for calves, sheep and pigs.; the Erde CH751 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 750kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 12LT or the Erde CH751?
The Erde CH751. It is 219kg lighter empty than the Bateson 12LT.
Which carries more, the Bateson 12LT or the Erde CH751?
The Bateson 12LT, by 325kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT or the Erde CH751 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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