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Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 1250kg |
| Payload | - | 2250kg |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Internal width | - | 1850mm |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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