Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Erde 102
The Erde 102 is 715kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is rated 2,450kg heavier gross and carries 1,735kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 715kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 2,450kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 1,735kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 55kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 245kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | - | 0.85m / 2'9" |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Erde 102. 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 2,450kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,735kg 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 102 if...
- you want one that is 715kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Listed by
- Worcester Trailer Hire - Worcester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Erde 102?
The Erde 102 is 715kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is rated 2,450kg heavier gross and carries 1,735kg more. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Erde 102?
The Erde 102. It is 715kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Erde 102?
The Bateson PT44, by 1,735kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Erde 102 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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