Head to head
Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer vs Ifor Williams BV106
The Ifor Williams BV106 carries 2,188kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 562kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 2,188kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 weighs 562kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer | Ifor Williams BV106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 338kg | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) |
| Payload | 412kg | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) |
| Internal bed | 2100mm x 1250mm | - |
| Axles | 1 | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Overall length | - | 4.70m |
| Internal load length | - | 3.00m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer, Ifor Williams BV106. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is 562kg lighter empty
A light tipping trailer aimed at gardeners and smallholders moving mowers, tools or loose garden waste, small enough to stay in the unbraked towing class. Its side-tip mechanism keeps the ramp door usable when tipped.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the BV106 if...
- you want one that carries 2,188kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
The BV106 is an enclosed, lockable box trailer aimed at trades and small businesses that need to keep tools, stock or equipment secure and dry between jobs. The taller 7' high-roof version suits bulkier or taller items at the cost of a little extra unladen weight.
Full BV106 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer and the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Ifor Williams BV106 carries 2,188kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 562kg lighter empty. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is a small unbraked tipping trailer; the Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer. It is 562kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV106.
Which carries more, the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 2,188kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Ifor Williams BV106 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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