Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515
The Bateson PT44 is rated 1,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 480kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 1,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 480kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 1000kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 290kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | Single |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Payload | 1980kg | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.58m x 1.58m |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. 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 1,750kg 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 Eurolight EL101-2515 if...
- you want one that is 480kg lighter empty
The EL101-2515 suits owners who only have a small braked towing capacity, since its 1000kg gross weight and single axle keep it within reach of many family cars. Its 2.58m bed still covers everyday jobs like garden waste, flat-pack furniture or a small ride-on mower.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Bateson PT44 is rated 1,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 480kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is a a small single-axle flatbed trailer in Ifor Williams' lightweight Eurolight range, built for towing behind cars with a restricted towing limit..
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 480kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 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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