Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Woodford Eco Box
The Bateson 12LT is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 12LT is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Woodford Eco Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 500kg or 750kg options |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | 205-275kg depending on size |
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | - |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Payload | 950kg | - |
| Dimensions | - | 3,080 x 1,595 x 1,960mm external (largest, ECO745) |
| Internal load space | - | 2,100 x 1,175 x 1,470mm (ECO745) |
| Axle | - | Single axle, unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Woodford Eco Box. 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 800kg 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.
Listed by
- Liverseed Trailers - Preston, Lostock Hall, Penwortham
Buy or hire the Eco Box if...
A lightweight box trailer built to order in Norfolk, bought by tradesmen and small businesses who want secure, lockable load space without the running costs of a van. It comes in four sizes so buyers can match it to what they need to carry.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 12LT and the Woodford Eco Box?
The Bateson 12LT is rated 800kg 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 Woodford Eco Box is a lightweight single-axle box trailer for general and van-replacement use.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT or the Woodford Eco Box 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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