Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Debon Roadster Platform
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2.2 tonnes more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 2.2 tonnes more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Debon Roadster Platform | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg or 1300kg (two configurations) |
| Payload | 2670kg | 470kg or 970kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 280kg or 330kg |
| Internal length | - | 3035mm |
| Internal width | - | 1785mm |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Debon Roadster Platform. 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 2.2 tonnes 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 Roadster Platform if...
A small tilting platform trailer used for garden clearance, tip runs and general haulage behind a car. Its gas-strut assisted tilt bed lets one person load without lifting a ramp into place.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Debon Roadster Platform?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2.2 tonnes more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Debon Roadster Platform is a tilting platform trailer for garden and general haulage.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Debon Roadster Platform?
The Bateson 35-16, by 2.2 tonnes.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Debon Roadster Platform 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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