Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Ifor Williams BV105
The Ifor Williams BV105 carries 525kg more and is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is 18cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV105 carries 525kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 400kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson Deauville weighs 125kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Bateson Deauville is 18cm wider inside.
- Internal length: the Bateson Deauville is 19cm longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Ifor Williams BV105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 735kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | 1965kg |
| Internal length | 3190mm | 3.00m |
| Internal width | 1650mm | 1.47m |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Axles | - | Twin (dual) |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Ifor Williams BV105. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Deauville if...
- you want one that is 18cm wider inside
- you want one that is 19cm longer inside
Bateson's standard horsebox trailer, fitted with a saddle rack and cover as standard, for owners of one or two horses up to 17 hands. It is positioned as a simple alternative to the pricier continental horsebox brands.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the BV105 if...
- you want one that carries 525kg more
- you want one that is rated 400kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 125kg lighter empty
A general enclosed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers who need to keep tools, bikes or stock dry and locked away rather than under a sheet. It sits below the BV125/BV106 in the range, so it suits loads that need weather protection but not extra width or gross weight.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the Ifor Williams BV105?
The Ifor Williams BV105 carries 525kg more and is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is 18cm wider inside. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Ifor Williams BV105 is a an enclosed box van trailer on a 3.0m bed.
Which is lighter, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams BV105?
The Ifor Williams BV105. It is 125kg lighter empty than the Bateson Deauville.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams BV105?
The Ifor Williams BV105, by 525kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams BV105 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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