Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 995kg more and is 245kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 995kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 245kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 525kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 2975kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Ifor Williams LM85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT44 if...
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 LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 995kg more
- you want one that is 245kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 995kg more and is 245kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85. It is 245kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 995kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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