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Bateson 35-16 vs Maypole MP6815

The Bateson 35-16 is rated 3,001kg heavier gross and carries 2,248kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

35-16
Bateson 35-16
Maypole MP6815
Maypole MP6815 - image: maypoleltd.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 35-16Maypole MP6815
Gross weight3500kg499kg
Payload2670kg422kg
Size16' x 6'2"-
Unladen weight-77kg
Internal length-145cm
Internal width-100cm
Internal height-32cm

Sources: Bateson 35-16, Maypole MP6815. 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 3,001kg heavier gross
  • you want one that carries 2,248kg 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.

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Buy or hire the MP6815 if...

A mid-sized general purpose trailer for buyers who want more bed length than the MP6812 while staying light enough for a small car to tow.

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Full MP6815 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Maypole MP6815?

The Bateson 35-16 is rated 3,001kg heavier gross and carries 2,248kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Maypole MP6815 is a a small unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..

Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Maypole MP6815?

The Bateson 35-16, by 2,248kg.

Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Maypole MP6815 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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