Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Ifor Williams BV64e
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2,370kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 2,370kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Ifor Williams BV64e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 300kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 200kg |
| Internal length | - | 1.85m |
| Internal width | - | 1.15m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Ifor Williams BV64e. 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 2,370kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes 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 BV64e if...
A light domestic trailer for anyone wanting to lock away and weatherproof small loads like garden tools, motorbikes or market stock, towable by almost any car since it needs no brakes or driving licence upgrade.
Listed by
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2,370kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams BV64e is a a small unbraked enclosed box trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Bateson 35-16, by 2,370kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams BV64e 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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