Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Bockmann KT 2513/20
The Bateson 48LT is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 48LT is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Bockmann KT 2513/20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | - |
| Payload | 2150kg | - |
| Internal length | 3600mm | - |
| Internal width | 1710mm | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 1300mm x 2515mm x 1520mm |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Bockmann KT 2513/20. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 48LT if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
Bateson's largest standard livestock trailer, described by the maker as suited to 4x4s and larger tow vehicles. It gives farmers more capacity than the smaller 60LT-class trailers in the same range.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the KT 2513/20 if...
Bockmann KT 2513/20, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. General purpose trailers are the everyday choice for garden waste, tip runs, DIY materials and moving house.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Bockmann KT 2513/20?
The Bateson 48LT is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Bockmann KT 2513/20 is a general purpose trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Bockmann KT 2513/20 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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