Head to head
Bateson PT56 vs Fautras Oblic+2
The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer. The Fautras Oblic+2 is a diagonal-loading two-horse trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT56 | Fautras Oblic+2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,000-3,000kg (chassis dependent) |
| Deck length | 5m (16ft) | - |
| Deck width | 2.1m (7ft) | - |
| Axles | Triple axle, auto-reversing overrun brakes | - |
| Ramp | Hinged rear ramp, 75cm high | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Interior length | - | 3.45m |
| Interior width | - | 1.80m |
Sources: Bateson PT56, Fautras Oblic+2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT56 if...
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 Oblic+2 if...
A two-horse trailer that loads horses at a diagonal rather than straight ahead, giving nervous travellers more room to brace. It is hired by owners moving horses that struggle in conventional straight-loading boxes; UK ads sometimes list it under Cheval Liberte, the dealer that distributes it, rather than its actual French maker Fautras.
Full Oblic+2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT56 and the Fautras Oblic+2?
The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Fautras Oblic+2 is a diagonal-loading two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson PT56 or the Fautras Oblic+2 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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