Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Erde 102
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,425kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 2,425kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 300kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 245kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | - | 0.85m / 2'9" |
| Unladen weight | - | 55kg |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Erde 102. 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 3.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,425kg more
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 102 if...
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Listed by
- Worcester Trailer Hire - Worcester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Erde 102?
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,425kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Erde 102?
The Bateson 35-16, by 2,425kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Erde 102 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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