Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 660kg more and is 260kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is 75cm (2.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 660kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson Deauville weighs 260kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Bateson Deauville is 75cm (2.5ft) longer inside.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 400kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Bateson Deauville is 13cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 600kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | 2100kg |
| Internal length | 3190mm | 2440mm |
| Internal width | 1650mm | 1524mm |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin 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 75cm (2.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 13cm wider 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 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that carries 660kg more
- you want one that is 260kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 400kg heavier gross
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher weights.
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 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 660kg more and is 260kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is 75cm (2.5ft) longer inside. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson Deauville or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. It is 260kg lighter empty than the Bateson Deauville.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer, by 660kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin 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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