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Bateson 35-16 vs Erde PM310

The Bateson 35-16 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,430kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

35-16
Bateson 35-16
Erde PM310
Erde PM310 - image: erdetrailersuk.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 35-16Erde PM310
Gross weight3500kg300kg
Payload2670kg240kg
Size16' x 6'2"-
Unladen weight-60kg
Internal bed-200 x 112cm

Sources: Bateson 35-16, Erde PM310. 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 2,430kg 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.

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Buy or hire the PM310 if...

A lightweight option for owners of smaller motorcycles or scooters who want the least weight to tow. The 200 x 112cm bed suits scooters, trail bikes and smaller road bikes, and the 60kg unladen weight barely registers on a tow car.

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Full PM310 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Erde PM310?

The Bateson 35-16 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,430kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Erde PM310 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..

Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Erde PM310?

The Bateson 35-16, by 2,430kg.

Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Erde PM310 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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