Head to head
Bateson PT56 vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Bateson PT56 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT56 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT56 | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Axles | Triple axle, auto-reversing overrun brakes | Single |
| Deck length | 5m (16ft) | - |
| Deck width | 2.1m (7ft) | - |
| Ramp | Hinged rear ramp, 75cm high | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 280kg |
| Payload | - | 470kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson PT56, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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 2,750kg 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT56 and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson PT56 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson PT56 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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