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Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Bockmann Master
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Bockmann Master | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2400kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | - |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | - |
| Payload | - | 1316kg |
| Internal length | - | 3560mm |
| Internal width | - | 1650mm |
| Internal height | - | 2350mm |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Bockmann Master. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
A large flatbed trailer for carrying machinery, building materials or vehicles, with the bed width and length expandable to suit the load. It is bought mainly by contractors and plant hire firms needing a 3.5 tonne platform.
Full 3550 Platform Trailer specifications →Buy or hire the Master if...
The entry point into Bockmann's polyester-bodied trailer range, aimed at owners of one or two horses who want a simple, low-maintenance trailer rather than an aluminium premium model. It competes on price against other basic 2-horse trailers.
Full Master specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Bockmann Master?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Bockmann Master is a polyester-bodied 2-horse trailer with tack room.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Bockmann Master 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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