Head to head
Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Meredith & Eyre MEF27146
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | - |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | - |
| Internal frame dimensions | - | 4290 x 1990mm |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Meredith & Eyre MEF27146. 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 800kg heavier gross
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 MEF27146 if...
A general purpose flatbed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers carrying palletised or bulky goods, sized in Meredith & Eyre's 20-series range above its smaller 16-series flatbeds.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 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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