Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Ifor Williams GX125 HD
The Ifor Williams GX125 HD carries 70kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GX125 HD carries 70kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Ifor Williams GX125 HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 2740kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 760kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.66m x 1.57m |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Ifor Williams GX125 HD. 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.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the GX125 HD if...
- you want one that carries 70kg more
For plant hire firms carrying longer machines such as excavators with extended dipper arms or tracked dumpers that need the extra bed length over the GX105HD.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Ifor Williams GX125 HD?
The Ifor Williams GX125 HD carries 70kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams GX125 HD is a a longer heavy-duty plant trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams GX125 HD?
The Ifor Williams GX125 HD, by 70kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams GX125 HD 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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