Head to head
Bateson 355B vs Bockmann KT 2513/20
The Bateson 355B is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 355B is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 355B | Bockmann KT 2513/20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | Twin |
| Unladen weight | 800kg | - |
| Payload | 2700kg | - |
| Deck length | 5000mm | - |
| Deck width | 2100mm | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 1300mm x 2515mm x 1520mm |
Sources: Bateson 355B, Bockmann KT 2513/20. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 355B if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
Bateson's most popular beavertail transporter, used by garages, race teams and recovery operators to load a car under its own power up a shallow ramp rather than winching it onto a flat deck. It comes with ramps and a hand winch as standard.
Listed by
- Mid Norfolk Trailer Sales & Hire LTD - King's Lynn
Buy or hire the KT 2513/20 if...
Bockmann KT 2513/20, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. General purpose trailers are the everyday choice for garden waste, tip runs, DIY materials and moving house.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 355B and the Bockmann KT 2513/20?
The Bateson 355B is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Bockmann KT 2513/20 is a general purpose trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 355B or the Bockmann KT 2513/20 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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