Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,448kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 552kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 1,448kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 552kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 218kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 532kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,448kg more
- you want one that is rated 2 tonnes 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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 552kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,448kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 552kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 552kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Bateson PT44, by 1,448kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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