Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Ifor Williams Transporta
The Bateson 48LT is 530kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams Transporta is 1.62m (5.5ft) longer inside and is 53cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams Transporta weighs 530kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams Transporta is 1.62m (5.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams Transporta is 53cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams Transporta is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Ifor Williams Transporta | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | 1480kg |
| Internal length | 3600mm | 5220mm |
| Internal width | 1710mm | 2236mm |
| Payload | 2150kg | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
| Overall length | - | 6595mm |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Ifor Williams Transporta. 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 530kg lighter empty
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 Transporta if...
- you want one that is 1.62m (5.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 53cm (1.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is rated 400kg heavier gross
A car transporter trailer aimed at racers and track day drivers moving a single competition car, sitting within Ifor Williams's wider car transporter range alongside its tiltbed and beavertail designs.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Ifor Williams Transporta?
The Bateson 48LT is 530kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams Transporta is 1.62m (5.5ft) longer inside and is 53cm (1.5ft) wider inside. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Ifor Williams Transporta is a motorsport car transporter trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 48LT or the Ifor Williams Transporta?
The Bateson 48LT. It is 530kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams Transporta.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Ifor Williams Transporta 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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