Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 837kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,063kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT66 weighs 837kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT66 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson PT66 carries 2,063kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT66 | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | 98kg |
| Payload | 2565kg | 502kg |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Axles | Triple | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal width | - | 0.99m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
Sources: Bateson PT66, Erde 143. 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 2.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,063kg 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 143 if...
- you want one that is 837kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT66 and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 837kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,063kg more. The Bateson PT66 is a triple axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT66 or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 837kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT66.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT66 or the Erde 143?
The Bateson PT66, by 2,063kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 or the Erde 143 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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