Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Rice Beaufort Double
The Bateson Deauville is rated 720kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson Deauville is rated 720kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Rice Beaufort Double | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | - |
| Payload | 1440kg | - |
| Internal length | 3190mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Rice Beaufort Double. 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 720kg heavier gross
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
- Manningtree Hire & Self Storage - Manningtree, Lawford
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the Beaufort Double if...
A twin axle two-horse trailer from a once-major UK horsebox brand. Owners keep older examples going with parts from specialist trailer suppliers rather than buying new.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the Rice Beaufort Double?
The Bateson Deauville is rated 720kg heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Rice Beaufort Double 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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