Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Bockmann KK 3018/27
The Bateson 35-16 carries 784kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 784kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Bockmann KK 3018/27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 1886kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Internal length | - | 2970mm |
| Internal width | - | 1820mm |
| Axles | - | 2 |
| Brakes | - | Braked (overrun) |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Bockmann KK 3018/27. 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 784kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg 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 KK 3018/27 if...
An insulated, temperature-controlled box trailer for moving chilled or frozen goods, used by caterers, market traders and small food businesses. Its own cooling unit lets it hold a set temperature independent of the tow vehicle.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Bockmann KK 3018/27?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 784kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Bockmann KK 3018/27 is a refrigerated box trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Bockmann KK 3018/27?
The Bateson 35-16, by 784kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Bockmann KK 3018/27 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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