Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Ifor Williams HB510XL
The Bateson 35-16 carries 460kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 460kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Ifor Williams HB510XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 2210kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 1290kg |
| Internal length | - | 4.25m |
| Internal width | - | 1.74m |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Ifor Williams HB510XL. 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 460kg 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 HB510XL if...
For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 460kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Bateson 35-16, by 460kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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