Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Debon Moto 1
The Bateson 48LT is rated 2,350kg heavier gross and carries 1,573kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 48LT is rated 2,350kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 48LT carries 1,573kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Debon Moto 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2150kg | 577kg (approx, depending on specification) |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | - |
| Internal length | 3600mm | - |
| Internal width | 1710mm | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Debon Moto 1. 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 2,350kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,573kg more
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 Moto 1 if...
A popular budget choice for bikers who want a simple tilt-bed trailer that avoids the licence and cost implications of a braked chassis.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Debon Moto 1?
The Bateson 48LT is rated 2,350kg heavier gross and carries 1,573kg more. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Debon Moto 1 is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which carries more, the Bateson 48LT or the Debon Moto 1?
The Bateson 48LT, by 1,573kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Debon Moto 1 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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