Head to head
Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer
The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer is 664kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer weighs 664kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 176kg | 840kg |
| Brakes | Unbraked | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
| Internal bed | 2500mm x 1250mm | - |
| Payload | - | 1860kg |
| Internal length | - | 2480mm |
| Internal width | - | 1500mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the B84 Unbraked Trailer if...
- you want one that is 664kg lighter empty
A basic 8x4 general-purpose trailer with a ramp tailboard, aimed at private buyers wanting a cheap, light trailer for tip runs, garden work or small loads. Optional mesh sides or a ladder rack extend it to trade use.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
A general-purpose tipping trailer for farmers, landscapers and small groundworks contractors moving loose materials like aggregate, muck or logs, with an optional electric ram for one-touch tipping instead of a hand-cranked or solid ram.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer and the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer is 664kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked general-purpose trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft twin axle tipping trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer. It is 664kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer 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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