Head to head
Bateson PT56 vs Cheval Liberte Touring Country
The Bateson PT56 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT56 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT56 | Cheval Liberte Touring Country | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,600kg |
| Deck length | 5m (16ft) | - |
| Deck width | 2.1m (7ft) | - |
| Axles | Triple axle, auto-reversing overrun brakes | - |
| Ramp | Hinged rear ramp, 75cm high | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 850kg |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,310mm x 1,680mm x 2,310mm |
| Individual stall | - | 1,930mm x 830mm x 2,265mm |
Sources: Bateson PT56, Cheval Liberte Touring Country. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT56 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
A tri-axle tilt-bed trailer that lowers to ground level so plant, vehicles or awkward loads can be driven or winched straight on without ramps. Its low deck and tilt action suit hire firms moving mixed loads rather than one type of vehicle.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Touring Country if...
The most direct continental alternative to the Ifor Williams HB range. It is both larger inside and lighter unladen than the HB506, which is the trade-off worth understanding: more room per kilo, from aluminium and composite construction rather than steel.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT56 and the Cheval Liberte Touring Country?
The Bateson PT56 is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Cheval Liberte Touring Country is a two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson PT56 or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country 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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