Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Erde CH751
The Erde CH751 is 819kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is rated 2,350kg heavier gross and carries 1,525kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 48LT weighs 819kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 48LT is rated 2,350kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 48LT carries 1,525kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Erde CH751 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | 131kg |
| Payload | 2150kg | 625kg |
| Internal length | 3600mm | - |
| Internal width | 1710mm | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Erde CH751. 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 1,525kg 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 CH751 if...
- you want one that is 819kg lighter empty
The higher-capacity version of the CH451 chassis for buyers building a heavier custom body or fitting a motorcycle carrier deck.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Erde CH751?
The Erde CH751 is 819kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is rated 2,350kg heavier gross and carries 1,525kg more. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Erde CH751 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 750kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 48LT or the Erde CH751?
The Erde CH751. It is 819kg lighter empty than the Bateson 48LT.
Which carries more, the Bateson 48LT or the Erde CH751?
The Bateson 48LT, by 1,525kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Erde CH751 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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