Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Bateson 12LT carries 418kg more and is rated 550kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 132kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 12LT carries 418kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 12LT is rated 550kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 12LT weighs 132kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | 218kg |
| Payload | 950kg | 532kg |
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | - |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 carries 418kg more
- you want one that is rated 550kg 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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 132kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 12LT and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Bateson 12LT carries 418kg more and is rated 550kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 132kg 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 P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 12LT or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 132kg lighter empty than the Bateson 12LT.
Which carries more, the Bateson 12LT or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Bateson 12LT, by 418kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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