Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2,258kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 2,258kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 412kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 338kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2100mm x 1250mm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35-16 if...
- you want one that carries 2,258kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
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 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer if...
A light tipping trailer aimed at gardeners and smallholders moving mowers, tools or loose garden waste, small enough to stay in the unbraked towing class. Its side-tip mechanism keeps the ramp door usable when tipped.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2,258kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is a small unbraked tipping trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer?
The Bateson 35-16, by 2,258kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping 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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