Head to head
Bailey Trailers TB12-15 vs Bateson PT56
The Bailey Trailers TB12-15 is a twin axle tipping trailer range, 12 to 15 tonne capacity. The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bailey Trailers TB12-15 | Bateson PT56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | 2 x commercial 10-stud | Triple axle, auto-reversing overrun brakes |
| 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 |
| Deck length | - | 5m (16ft) |
| Deck width | - | 2.1m (7ft) |
| Ramp | - | Hinged rear ramp, 75cm high |
Sources: Bailey Trailers TB12-15, Bateson PT56. 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 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
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bailey Trailers TB12-15 and the Bateson PT56?
The Bailey Trailers TB12-15 is a twin axle tipping trailer range, 12 to 15 tonne capacity; the Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer.
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