Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Ifor Williams P6
The Bateson 12LT is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 12LT is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Ifor Williams P6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 1000kg |
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | - |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | - |
| Payload | 950kg | - |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 6ft x 4ft |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Ifor Williams P6. 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 P6 if...
Ifor Williams P6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. The small Ifor Williams general purpose trailer and the forerunner of the current P6e. Householders and gardeners use it for tip runs, garden waste and DIY materials behind almost any car.
Full P6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 12LT and the Ifor Williams P6?
The Bateson 12LT is rated 300kg 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 Ifor Williams P6 is a small general purpose trailer, 6ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT or the Ifor Williams P6 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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