Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Ifor Williams Eventa L
The Bateson Deauville is 1,092kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is 2.03m (6.5ft) longer inside and is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L weighs 1,092kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams Eventa L is 2.03m (6.5ft) longer inside.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams Eventa L is 56cm (2ft) wider inside.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams Eventa L carries 108kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Ifor Williams Eventa L | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 1952kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | 1548kg |
| Internal length | 3190mm | 5.22m |
| Internal width | 1650mm | 2.21m |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Ifor Williams Eventa L. 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 1,092kg lighter empty
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 Eventa L if...
- you want one that is 2.03m (6.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 56cm (2ft) wider inside
- you want one that carries 108kg more
For owners who compete away from home and want to sleep or change in the trailer rather than tow a separate caravan, combining a two-horse area with a fitted living/changing section. It sits at the entry point of Ifor Williams' living-away range, below the larger Eventa M.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Bateson Deauville is 1,092kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is 2.03m (6.5ft) longer inside and is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Ifor Williams Eventa L is a a two-horse living-away horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Bateson Deauville. It is 1,092kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams Eventa L.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Ifor Williams Eventa L, by 108kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams Eventa L 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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