Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Debon Roadster C500
The Debon Roadster C500 is 325kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 48LT weighs 325kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 48LT is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Debon Roadster C500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | 625kg |
| Payload | 2150kg | - |
| Internal length | 3600mm | - |
| Internal width | 1710mm | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,130mm x 1,640mm x 2,010mm |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Debon Roadster C500. 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 500kg 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 Roadster C500 if...
- you want one that is 325kg lighter empty
A popular enclosed box trailer with market traders, mobile caterers and tradespeople who need secure, weatherproof storage in transit. The side-opening hatch version is the one most buyers want, because it allows quick access without swinging the rear doors open.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Debon Roadster C500?
The Debon Roadster C500 is 325kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Debon Roadster C500 is a enclosed box van trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 48LT or the Debon Roadster C500?
The Debon Roadster C500. It is 325kg lighter empty than the Bateson 48LT.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Debon Roadster C500 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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