Head to head
Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg
The Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 4500kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | - |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 2900kg |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
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.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the Victory 4,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross
A step up from the Sonic and Equinox 3,500kg models, giving more payload and a proper living area on a 4.5 tonne chassis. It suits owners who compete regularly and want to stay over without a separate caravan.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg?
The Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is a 4.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox with living area.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg on a car licence?
Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.
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