Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Cheval Liberte HB
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Cheval Liberte HB | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Payload | 2670kg | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Cheval Liberte HB. 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 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 HB if...
Cheval Liberte HB, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Horseboxes and horse trailers like this are chosen by private owners and competition yards moving horses to shows, vets and new yards.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Cheval Liberte HB?
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Cheval Liberte HB is a horsebox or horse trailer range.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Cheval Liberte HB 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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