Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 672kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is rated 2,150kg heavier gross and carries 1,478kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 672kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 2,150kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 1,478kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 98kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 502kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal width | - | 0.99m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Erde 143. 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 2,150kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,478kg 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 143 if...
- you want one that is 672kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 672kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is rated 2,150kg heavier gross and carries 1,478kg more. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 672kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Erde 143?
The Bateson PT44, by 1,478kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Erde 143 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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