Head to head
Bateson Eurostock 326C vs Ifor Williams BV126
The Ifor Williams BV126 carries 470kg more and is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV126 carries 470kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 400kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson Eurostock 326C weighs 70kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams BV126 is 2cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Eurostock 326C | Ifor Williams BV126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 1050kg | 980kg |
| Payload | 2050kg | 2520kg |
| Internal length | 3600mm | 3.60m |
| Internal width | 1710mm | 1.73m |
| Axles | 2 | Twin (dual) |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, 250mm brakes | - |
Sources: Bateson Eurostock 326C, Ifor Williams BV126. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Eurostock 326C if...
A 12-foot livestock trailer with a cattle division fitted as standard, aimed at farmers moving cattle or mixed stock in manageable batches. Twin large-section wheels and tyres are shared with Bateson's other Eurostock models for easier parts support.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the BV126 if...
- you want one that carries 470kg more
- you want one that is rated 400kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 70kg lighter empty
- you want one that is 2cm wider inside
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Eurostock 326C and the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126 carries 470kg more and is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Bateson Eurostock 326C is a twin-axle livestock trailer with cattle division; the Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson Eurostock 326C or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126. It is 70kg lighter empty than the Bateson Eurostock 326C.
Which carries more, the Bateson Eurostock 326C or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126, by 470kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Eurostock 326C or the Ifor Williams BV126 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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