Head to head
Bateson PT56 vs Rice Beaufort 60
The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer. The Rice Beaufort 60 is a british-built twin-axle horse trailer for two horses.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT56 | Rice Beaufort 60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | Triple axle, auto-reversing overrun brakes | Twin axle |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | - |
| Deck length | 5m (16ft) | - |
| Deck width | 2.1m (7ft) | - |
| Ramp | Hinged rear ramp, 75cm high | - |
| Unladen weight | - | approx. 1,041kg (2,295lbs) |
| Capacity | - | 2 horses |
Sources: Bateson PT56, Rice Beaufort 60. 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 Beaufort 60 if...
An older-generation British horse trailer from Rice, a Leicestershire trailer builder, still bought and sold secondhand by owners who want a simple twin-axle box for two horses.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT56 and the Rice Beaufort 60?
The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Rice Beaufort 60 is a british-built twin-axle horse trailer for two horses.
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