Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Ifor Williams CT136HD
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 2.2m (7ft) longer inside and is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 12LT is 160kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 2.2m (7ft) longer inside.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams CT136HD is 64cm (2ft) wider inside.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD weighs 160kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Ifor Williams CT136HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | 4.0m |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | 1.84m |
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | 510kg |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Payload | 950kg | - |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Ifor Williams CT136HD. 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 160kg 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 CT136HD if...
- you want one that is 2.2m (7ft) longer inside
- you want one that is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 64cm (2ft) wider inside
The CT136HD suits recovery operators, racers and dealers who need a tougher car transporter than the standard CT136, thanks to its heavy-duty beam axles and multi-leaf suspension. Its 4.0m bed and 2.6 tonne gross weight cover most road cars without the cost of a beavertail trailer.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 12LT and the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 2.2m (7ft) longer inside and is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 12LT is 160kg lighter empty. The Bateson 12LT is a the smallest trailer in Bateson's livestock range, a single-axle trailer for calves, sheep and pigs.; the Ifor Williams CT136HD is a ifor Williams' heavy-duty twin-axle car transporter trailer in the CT136 range, built for moving a single vehicle..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 12LT or the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Bateson 12LT. It is 160kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT136HD.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT or the Ifor Williams CT136HD 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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