Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 810kg more and is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is 390kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 810kg more.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 390kg more empty.
- Internal length: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 43cm (1.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 20cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | 2250kg |
| Internal length | 3190mm | 3615mm |
| Internal width | 1650mm | 1850mm |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 390kg 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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that carries 810kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 43cm (1.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 20cm wider inside
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 810kg more and is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is 390kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson Deauville or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Bateson Deauville. It is 390kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 810kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock 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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