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Bailey Trailers TB12-15 vs Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer
The Bailey Trailers TB12-15 is a twin axle tipping trailer range, 12 to 15 tonne capacity. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bailey Trailers TB12-15 | Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | 2 x commercial 10-stud | 2 (3 optional) |
| Capacity | 15.8m3 (TB12) to 19.7m3 (TB15) | - |
| Body size | 5400x2500x1225mm (TB12) to 6000x2500x1300mm (TB15) | - |
| Tyres | 385/65 R22.5 | - |
| Suspension | 32 tonne, 3-leaf, tandem | - |
| Gross weight | - | 3500kg |
| Internal bed | - | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) |
Sources: Bailey Trailers TB12-15, Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB12-15 if...
Bailey's TB12-15 range covers three tipping trailer sizes on the same heavy commercial running gear, aimed at contractors and plant hire yards moving aggregate, spoil and site waste. The largest, the TB15, carries close to 20m3 of loose material, so it suits bulky waste rather than dense loads.
Listed by
- Bailey Trailers Ltd - Sleaford, Sleaford
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
A large flatbed trailer for carrying machinery, building materials or vehicles, with the bed width and length expandable to suit the load. It is bought mainly by contractors and plant hire firms needing a 3.5 tonne platform.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bailey Trailers TB12-15 and the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer?
The Bailey Trailers TB12-15 is a twin axle tipping trailer range, 12 to 15 tonne capacity; the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer.
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