Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Bateson PT66 carries 2,095kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 655kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT66 carries 2,095kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT66 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT66 weighs 655kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT66 | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | 280kg |
| Payload | 2565kg | 470kg |
| Axles | Triple | Single |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson PT66, 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 PT66 if...
- you want one that carries 2,095kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 655kg lighter empty
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 PT66 and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson PT66 carries 2,095kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 655kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is a triple 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.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT66 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 655kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT66.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT66 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson PT66, by 2,095kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 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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