Head to head
Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Ifor Williams P5
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 3.47m (11.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer has a bed 3.47m (11.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 141kg |
| Payload | - | 359kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Ifor Williams P5. 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 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 3.47m (11.5ft) longer
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 P5 if...
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
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 P5?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 3.47m (11.5ft) longer. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Ifor Williams P5 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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