Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Ifor Williams BV106
The Bateson 35-16 carries 70kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 70kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Ifor Williams BV106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Overall length | - | 4.70m |
| Internal load length | - | 3.00m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
| Unladen weight | - | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Ifor Williams BV106. 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 70kg 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 BV106 if...
The BV106 is an enclosed, lockable box trailer aimed at trades and small businesses that need to keep tools, stock or equipment secure and dry between jobs. The taller 7' high-roof version suits bulkier or taller items at the cost of a little extra unladen weight.
Full BV106 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 70kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions..
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Bateson 35-16, by 70kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams BV106 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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