Head to head
Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 650kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 650kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Axles | 1 | Single or twin axle |
| Unladen weight | 338kg | - |
| Payload | 412kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2100mm x 1250mm | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | - | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
Sources: Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer, Ifor Williams General Duty. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer if...
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 General Duty if...
- you want one that is rated 650kg heavier gross
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 650kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is a small unbraked tipping trailer; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Ifor Williams General Duty 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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