Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2.2 tonnes more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 2.2 tonnes more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 470kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 280kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single 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 carries 2.2 tonnes more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2.2 tonnes more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson 35-16, by 2.2 tonnes.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single 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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