Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,510kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 490kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 1,510kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 490kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 280kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 470kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | Single |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson PT44, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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 1,510kg 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 490kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,510kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 490kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 490kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson PT44, by 1,510kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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