Head to head
Bateson PT56 vs Ifor Williams BV126
The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer. The Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT56 | Ifor Williams BV126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | Triple axle, auto-reversing overrun brakes | Twin (dual) |
| Deck length | 5m (16ft) | - |
| Deck width | 2.1m (7ft) | - |
| Ramp | Hinged rear ramp, 75cm high | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Payload | - | 2520kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.60m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
Sources: Bateson PT56, Ifor Williams BV126. 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 BV126 if...
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Universal Trailers - Billingshurst
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT56 and the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson PT56 or the Ifor Williams BV126 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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