Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Ifor Williams P5
The Ifor Williams P5 is 809kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is rated 2.6 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,791kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 48LT weighs 809kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 48LT is rated 2.6 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 48LT carries 1,791kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | 141kg |
| Payload | 2150kg | 359kg |
| Internal length | 3600mm | - |
| Internal width | 1710mm | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Ifor Williams P5. 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 2.6 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,791kg 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 P5 if...
- you want one that is 809kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Full P5 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5 is 809kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is rated 2.6 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,791kg more. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 48LT or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 809kg lighter empty than the Bateson 48LT.
Which carries more, the Bateson 48LT or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Bateson 48LT, by 1,791kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Ifor Williams P5 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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