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Bateson 35-16 vs Ifor Williams GX105

The Bateson 35-16 carries 645kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

35-16
Bateson 35-16
Ifor Williams GX105
Ifor Williams GX105 - image: blains.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 35-16Ifor Williams GX105
Gross weight3500kg2700kg
Payload2670kg2025kg
Size16' x 6'2"-
Unladen weight-675kg
Internal bed-3.03m x 1.57m

Sources: Bateson 35-16, Ifor Williams GX105. 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 645kg more
  • you want one that is rated 800kg 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.

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Full 35-16 specifications →

Buy or hire the GX105 if...

A plant hire and groundworks trailer for skid-steers or mini excavators that need a longer bed than the GX84 but not the higher 3500kg gross weight of the GX105HD.

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Full GX105 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Ifor Williams GX105?

The Bateson 35-16 carries 645kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams GX105 is a a mid-size plant trailer with a skid or ramp loading option.

Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams GX105?

The Bateson 35-16, by 645kg.

Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams GX105 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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