Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,535kg more and is 335kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,535kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson Deauville weighs 335kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 525kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | 2975kg |
| Internal length | 3190mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Ifor Williams LM85. 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 LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 1,535kg more
- you want one that is 335kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,535kg more and is 335kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which is lighter, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85. It is 335kg lighter empty than the Bateson Deauville.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 1,535kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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