Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | - |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Internal bed | - | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) |
| Axles | - | 2 (3 optional) |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 27-16 Transporter if...
A hydraulic tilt-bed transporter used by recovery operators, car dealers and track-day owners. The hydraulic tilt rather than a winch and ramps is the whole reason to choose it: loading a low or non-running car alone is simple in a way it is not on a flatbed.
Full 27-16 Transporter specifications →Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
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 Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Bateson 3550 Platform 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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