Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Ifor Williams GP
The Ifor Williams GP is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GP is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Ifor Williams GP | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | - |
| Payload | 1440kg | - |
| Internal length | 3190mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Axles | - | Tri-axle |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Ifor Williams GP. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Deauville if...
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 GP if...
- you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
Ifor Williams GP, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Plant trailers are the working end of groundworks: contractors and hire firms use them to move mini diggers, dumpers and rollers between sites.
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 GP?
The Ifor Williams GP is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Ifor Williams GP is a plant trailer range.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams GP 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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