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Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Woodford GP Single Axle Box
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Woodford GP Single Axle Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg (unbraked) |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | - |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | - |
| Tyres | - | 500x10 6-ply |
| Internal width | - | 1,455mm |
| Load bed length | - | 2,100mm to 2,710mm depending on size |
| Floor | - | 12mm phenolic-coated birchwood |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Woodford GP Single Axle Box. 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 2,750kg 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 GP Single Axle Box if...
A small, lidded box trailer bought by tradespeople and households for tools, tip runs and light loads that need weather protection. Its 750kg unbraked rating means almost any car with a towbar can pull it.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Woodford GP Single Axle Box?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Woodford GP Single Axle Box is a small single axle box trailer range.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Woodford GP Single Axle Box 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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