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Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Fautras Oblic+2
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer. The Fautras Oblic+2 is a diagonal-loading two-horse trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Fautras Oblic+2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,000-3,000kg (chassis dependent) |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | - |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Interior length | - | 3.45m |
| Interior width | - | 1.80m |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Fautras Oblic+2. 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 Oblic+2 if...
A two-horse trailer that loads horses at a diagonal rather than straight ahead, giving nervous travellers more room to brace. It is hired by owners moving horses that struggle in conventional straight-loading boxes; UK ads sometimes list it under Cheval Liberte, the dealer that distributes it, rather than its actual French maker Fautras.
Full Oblic+2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Fautras Oblic+2?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Fautras Oblic+2 is a diagonal-loading two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Fautras Oblic+2 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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