Head to head
Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Ifor Williams BV126
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer. The Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Ifor Williams BV126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | Twin (dual) |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Payload | - | 2520kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.60m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Ifor Williams BV126. 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 BV126 if...
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Ifor Williams BV126 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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