Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Ifor Williams Eventa L
The Bateson PT44 is 1,182kg lighter empty and carries 432kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L weighs 1,182kg more empty.
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 432kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Ifor Williams Eventa L | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 1952kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 1548kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 5.22m |
| Internal width | - | 2.21m |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Ifor Williams Eventa L. 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 1,182kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 432kg 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 Eventa L if...
- you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
For owners who compete away from home and want to sleep or change in the trailer rather than tow a separate caravan, combining a two-horse area with a fitted living/changing section. It sits at the entry point of Ifor Williams' living-away range, below the larger Eventa M.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- Universal Trailers - Billingshurst
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Bateson PT44 is 1,182kg lighter empty and carries 432kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 750kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Ifor Williams Eventa L is a a two-horse living-away horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Bateson PT44. It is 1,182kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams Eventa L.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Bateson PT44, by 432kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams Eventa L 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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