Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Bateson 35-16 carries 1,445kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 1,445kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 1225kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 775kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Ifor Williams HBE506. 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 1,445kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.5 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 HBE506 if...
Aimed at owners who want HB506-sized space for two horses or ponies but need a lower gross weight to stay within a smaller car's towing limit.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 1,445kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Bateson 35-16, by 1,445kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams HBE506 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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