Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135
The Bateson PT44 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 874kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 874kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 1350kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 1106kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | 1 |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2515mm x 1300mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked (overrun) |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135. 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 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 874kg more
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 TL-ALK 2513/135 if...
A single-axle box trailer that also tips, giving private and trade users a lightweight option for both general loads and loose materials. It fits within a car's braked towing limit for many vehicles.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135?
The Bateson PT44 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 874kg more. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 is a small tipping low-loader box trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135?
The Bateson PT44, by 874kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 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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