Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Nugent P2813S
The Nugent P2813S is 190kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is rated 50kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 190kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 50kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Nugent P2813S | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 2,700kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 580kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Payload | 1980kg | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Bed | - | 2.792m x 1.348m |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Nugent P2813S. 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 is rated 50kg 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 P2813S if...
- you want one that is 190kg lighter empty
A compact, low-loading plant trailer sized around a mini excavator. The bed is deliberately short, which is the point: it suits a 1.5 to 2 tonne machine and keeps the whole outfit towable rather than chasing capacity it does not need.
Full P2813S specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Nugent P2813S?
The Nugent P2813S is 190kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is rated 50kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Nugent P2813S is a plant trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Nugent P2813S?
The Nugent P2813S. It is 190kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Nugent P2813S 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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