Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Ifor Williams LM105
The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 225kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM105 carries 225kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Ifor Williams LM105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 2895kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 605kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.01m x 1.68m |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Ifor Williams LM105. 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 LM105 if...
- you want one that carries 225kg more
A workhorse flatbed for farmers, landscapers and small hauliers moving bagged materials, bales or machinery with dropsides, sized to fit most towing vehicles rated to 3500kg.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 225kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams LM105 is a a general-purpose flatbed trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105, by 225kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams LM105 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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