Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,485kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 1,485kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 495kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1985mm x 1220mm |
| Tyres | - | 145/70R13 |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM. 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 1,485kg 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 MEG7564TRM if...
A 6'6" x 4' unbraked general purpose trailer with mesh sides and a loading ramp, sized for garden waste, small plant and tip runs. A common entry-level trailer at UK trailer dealers.
Listed by
- Liverseed Trailers - Preston, Lostock Hall, Penwortham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,485kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM is a general purpose trailer with mesh sides and ramp.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?
The Bateson PT44, by 1,485kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM 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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