Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,621kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 629kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 1,621kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 629kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 141kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 359kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Ifor Williams P5. 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 carries 1,621kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,250kg 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 P5 if...
- you want one that is 629kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,621kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 629kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 629kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Bateson PT44, by 1,621kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams P5 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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