Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 580kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is rated 1,550kg heavier gross and carries 970kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson Deauville weighs 580kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson Deauville is rated 1,550kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson Deauville carries 970kg more.
- Internal width: the Bateson Deauville is 43cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
- Internal length: the Bateson Deauville is 75cm (2.5ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 280kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | 470kg |
| Internal length | 3190mm | 2440mm |
| Internal width | 1650mm | 1220mm |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle 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 rated 1,550kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 970kg more
- you want one that is 43cm (1.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 75cm (2.5ft) 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 580kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 580kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is rated 1,550kg heavier gross and carries 970kg more. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson Deauville or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 580kg lighter empty than the Bateson Deauville.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson Deauville, by 970kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle 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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