Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Erde 102
The Erde 102 is 895kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is rated 2.8 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,905kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 48LT weighs 895kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 48LT is rated 2.8 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 48LT carries 1,905kg more.
- Internal length: the Bateson 48LT is 2.54m (8.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Bateson 48LT is 86cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | 55kg |
| Payload | 2150kg | 245kg |
| Internal length | 3600mm | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | 1710mm | 0.85m / 2'9" |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Erde 102. 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 2.8 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,905kg more
- you want one that is 2.54m (8.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 86cm (3ft) wider inside
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 102 if...
- you want one that is 895kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Full 102 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Erde 102?
The Erde 102 is 895kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is rated 2.8 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,905kg more. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 48LT or the Erde 102?
The Erde 102. It is 895kg lighter empty than the Bateson 48LT.
Which carries more, the Bateson 48LT or the Erde 102?
The Bateson 48LT, by 1,905kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Erde 102 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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