Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Ifor Williams P8e is 732kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is rated 2,350kg heavier gross and carries 1,618kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 48LT weighs 732kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 48LT is rated 2,350kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 48LT carries 1,618kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | 218kg |
| Payload | 2150kg | 532kg |
| Internal length | 3600mm | - |
| Internal width | 1710mm | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,618kg 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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 732kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Full P8e specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e is 732kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is rated 2,350kg heavier gross and carries 1,618kg more. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 48LT or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 732kg lighter empty than the Bateson 48LT.
Which carries more, the Bateson 48LT or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Bateson 48LT, by 1,618kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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