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Bateson 35-16 vs Ifor Williams GH1054

The Ifor Williams GH1054 carries 170kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

35-16
Bateson 35-16
Ifor Williams GH1054
Ifor Williams GH1054 - image: Norfolk Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 35-16Ifor Williams GH1054
Gross weight3500kg3500kg
Payload2670kg2840kg
Size16' x 6'2"-
Unladen weight-660kg
Internal bed-3.04m x 1.62m

Sources: Bateson 35-16, Ifor Williams GH1054. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 35-16 if...

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 GH1054 if...

  • you want one that carries 170kg more

A step up from the GH94 for plant hire and groundworks operators carrying a mini digger or skid-steer loader that needs a bit more bed width, while still staying towable behind a 3.5t-rated pickup.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Ifor Williams GH1054?

The Ifor Williams GH1054 carries 170kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams GH1054 is a a mid-size plant trailer for skid-steers and small diggers.

Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams GH1054?

The Ifor Williams GH1054, by 170kg.

Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams GH1054 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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