Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Bockmann Portax K
The Bateson PT44 carries 715kg more and is rated 350kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 715kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 350kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Bockmann Portax K | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 2400kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 1265kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 3560mm |
| Internal width | - | 1750mm |
| Internal height | - | 2350mm |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Bockmann Portax K. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT44 if...
- you want one that carries 715kg more
- you want one that is rated 350kg heavier gross
Bateson's 14ft x 7ft tilt-bed trailer, supplied with steel sides, ramps and a winch as standard. Used to load and carry cars, quads and small plant, it is one of the most widely stocked hydraulic tilt trailers among UK hire and trailer-sales firms.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
- 1Stop Trailers Ltd - Sudbury, Little Waldingfield
Buy or hire the Portax K if...
A mid-range Portax with a front unloading ramp, bought by owners who value being able to lead a horse out the front rather than reversing it out. It sits below the Big Portax models in size and price.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Bockmann Portax K?
The Bateson PT44 carries 715kg more and is rated 350kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Bockmann Portax K is a aluminium 2-horse trailer with front exit.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Bockmann Portax K?
The Bateson PT44, by 715kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Bockmann Portax K 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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