Head to head
Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Stewart GX 15 FT
The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Stewart GX 15 FT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 15,000kg |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | 125mm dia., 10-stud, 420x180mm brakes |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | - |
| Length | - | 7,900-9,700mm (26-32ft) |
| Tare weight | - | 3,980kg |
| Tyres | - | 385/65Rx22.5 standard, 435/50Rx19.5 flotation option |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Stewart GX 15 FT. 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 GX 15 FT if...
- you want one that is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross
A 15-tonne flat trailer from Scottish maker Stewart Trailers, built for farms and hire fleets moving bulky loads such as bales or machinery. The choice of standard or flotation tyres lets it be set up for road use or softer ground.
Listed by
- Rising Sun Trailer Hire - York
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Stewart GX 15 FT?
The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Stewart GX 15 FT is a twin-axle flat trailer for agricultural and general haulage use.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Stewart GX 15 FT on a car licence?
Stewart GX 15 FT is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.
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