Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Debon Cargo 1300
The Bateson 48LT carries 1,330kg more and is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon Cargo 1300 is 470kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 48LT carries 1,330kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 48LT is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 48LT weighs 470kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Debon Cargo 1300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 1300kg |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | 480kg |
| Payload | 2150kg | 820kg |
| Internal length | 3600mm | - |
| Internal width | 1710mm | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Debon Cargo 1300. 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 carries 1,330kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.8 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 Cargo 1300 if...
- you want one that is 470kg lighter empty
A lightweight cargo box aimed at buyers wanting simple, secure storage for tools or stock without the extra features of the C-series.
Full Cargo 1300 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Bateson 48LT carries 1,330kg more and is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon Cargo 1300 is 470kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Debon Cargo 1300 is a a single-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 48LT or the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Debon Cargo 1300. It is 470kg lighter empty than the Bateson 48LT.
Which carries more, the Bateson 48LT or the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Bateson 48LT, by 1,330kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Debon Cargo 1300 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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