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Bateson PT44 vs Nugent P3116H

The Nugent P3116H carries 785kg more and is rated 750kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

PT44
Bateson PT44
Nugent P3116H
Nugent P3116H - image: eBay UK

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson PT44Nugent P3116H
Gross weight2750kg3500kg
Unladen weight770kg735kg
Payload1980kg2765kg
AxlesTwin axleTwin
Overall length5950mm-
Overall width2180mm-
Internal deck4500mm x 2100mm (LxW)-
Internal bed-3148mm x 1616mm

Sources: Bateson PT44, Nugent P3116H. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the PT44 if...

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.

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Full PT44 specifications →

Buy or hire the P3116H if...

  • you want one that carries 785kg more
  • you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
  • you want one that is 35kg lighter empty

Bought by groundworks and plant hire operators who need to move a mini digger or similar compact machine and want Nugent's own suspension and braking package rather than a lighter unbraked trailer.

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Full P3116H specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Nugent P3116H?

The Nugent P3116H carries 785kg more and is rated 750kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Nugent P3116H is a a plant trailer for mini excavators and small machinery.

Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Nugent P3116H?

The Nugent P3116H. It is 35kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.

Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Nugent P3116H?

The Nugent P3116H, by 785kg.

Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Nugent P3116H 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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