Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515
The Bateson 12LT is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 60kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 12LT is rated 300kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 12LT weighs 60kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 1000kg |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | 290kg |
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | - |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Payload | 950kg | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.58m x 1.58m |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. 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 300kg heavier gross
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 Eurolight EL101-2515 if...
- you want one that is 60kg lighter empty
The EL101-2515 suits owners who only have a small braked towing capacity, since its 1000kg gross weight and single axle keep it within reach of many family cars. Its 2.58m bed still covers everyday jobs like garden waste, flat-pack furniture or a small ride-on mower.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 12LT and the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Bateson 12LT is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 60kg 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 Eurolight EL101-2515 is a a small single-axle flatbed trailer in Ifor Williams' lightweight Eurolight range, built for towing behind cars with a restricted towing limit..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 12LT or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 60kg lighter empty than the Bateson 12LT.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 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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