Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Bateson B85 Unbraked Trailer
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2,120kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 2,120kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Bateson B85 Unbraked Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750 kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 550 kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 200 kg |
| Length | - | 3450 mm |
| Width | - | 1900 mm |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Bateson B85 Unbraked 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 2,120kg 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 B85 Unbraked Trailer if...
The largest unbraked trailer in the Bateson range, designed to carry lightweight grass cutting machinery and UTVs. Suits grounds maintenance and landscaping crews towing behind a car or pickup, with a plywood floor and a mesh ramp door.
Full B85 Unbraked Trailer specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Bateson B85 Unbraked Trailer?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2,120kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Bateson B85 Unbraked Trailer is a unbraked 8 ft x 5 ft flatbed trailer with ramp door and mesh extension sides.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Bateson B85 Unbraked Trailer?
The Bateson 35-16, by 2,120kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Bateson B85 Unbraked 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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