Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs Erde 102
The Erde 102 is 880kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,320kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT66 weighs 880kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT66 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson PT66 carries 2,320kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT66 | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | 55kg |
| Payload | 2565kg | 245kg |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Axles | Triple | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | - | 0.85m / 2'9" |
Sources: Bateson PT66, Erde 102. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT66 if...
- you want one that is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,320kg more
Bateson's largest hydraulic tilt trailer with triple hinged steel sides, used to move light commercial vehicles, plant and ground maintenance machinery. Its hydraulic tilt bed lets one person load without ramps.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the 102 if...
- you want one that is 880kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Listed by
- Worcester Trailer Hire - Worcester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT66 and the Erde 102?
The Erde 102 is 880kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,320kg more. The Bateson PT66 is a triple axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT66 or the Erde 102?
The Erde 102. It is 880kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT66.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT66 or the Erde 102?
The Bateson PT66, by 2,320kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 or the Erde 102 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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