Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 305kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 305kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 2975kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 525kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Ifor Williams LM85. 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 LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 305kg more
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 305kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 305kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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