Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Bateson 35MD
The Bateson 35MD carries 105kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 105kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Bateson 35MD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 2775kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 725kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3030mm x 1680mm |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Bateson 35MD. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35-16 if...
A 16-foot tilt-bed transporter used to move 4x4s, plant and light machinery without loading ramps, since the whole bed tilts to ground level. A staple of small plant hire and vehicle recovery fleets.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the 35MD if...
- you want one that carries 105kg more
A plant trailer sized for a mini digger or small excavator, with a gas-assisted full-width ramp door for driving machines straight on and off. It is aimed at groundworkers and plant hire companies rather than general haulage.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Bateson 35MD?
The Bateson 35MD carries 105kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Bateson 35MD?
The Bateson 35MD, by 105kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Bateson 35MD 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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