Head to head
Bailey Trailers TB16-24 vs Bateson PT56
The Bailey Trailers TB16-24 is a twin/tri-axle grain and bulk tipping trailer. The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bailey Trailers TB16-24 | Bateson PT56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | 2 x 10-stud (TB16-20), 3 x 10-stud (TB22-24) | Triple axle, auto-reversing overrun brakes |
| Body length | 6,600mm (TB16) to 9,000mm (TB24) | - |
| Body width | 2,500mm | - |
| Body height | 1,375mm | - |
| Capacity | 21.7m3 (TB16) to 32.9m3 (TB24) | - |
| Gross weight | - | 3500kg |
| Deck length | - | 5m (16ft) |
| Deck width | - | 2.1m (7ft) |
| Ramp | - | Hinged rear ramp, 75cm high |
Sources: Bailey Trailers TB16-24, Bateson PT56. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB16-24 if...
Bailey's largest tipping trailers, built for hauling grain, aggregate and bulky waste in volume rather than dense loads. Farm contractors and bulk haulage firms hire the 16 to 24 tonne range depending on how much they need to shift in one run.
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 TB16-24 and the Bateson PT56?
The Bailey Trailers TB16-24 is a twin/tri-axle grain and bulk tipping trailer; the Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer.
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