Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Bockmann Portax K
The Bateson 35-16 carries 1,405kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 1,405kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Bockmann Portax K | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2400kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 1265kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Internal length | - | 3560mm |
| Internal width | - | 1750mm |
| Internal height | - | 2350mm |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Bockmann Portax K. 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 1,405kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes 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 Portax K if...
A mid-range Portax with a front unloading ramp, bought by owners who value being able to lead a horse out the front rather than reversing it out. It sits below the Big Portax models in size and price.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Bockmann Portax K?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 1,405kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Bockmann Portax K is a aluminium 2-horse trailer with front exit.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Bockmann Portax K?
The Bateson 35-16, by 1,405kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Bockmann Portax K 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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