Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 590kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 590kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 2080kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 620kg |
| Internal length | - | 3048mm |
| Internal width | - | 1524mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. 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 is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 590kg 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 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
The longest of M-Tec's standard twin-axle box trailers, aimed at contractors and farmers hauling longer loads such as fencing materials, machinery or multiple pallets in one trip.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 590kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 10ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Bateson 35-16, by 590kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer 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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