Head to head
Bateson 355B vs Bockmann Master
The Bateson 355B carries 1,384kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 355B carries 1,384kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 355B is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 355B | Bockmann Master | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2400kg |
| Payload | 2700kg | 1316kg |
| Unladen weight | 800kg | - |
| Deck length | 5000mm | - |
| Deck width | 2100mm | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 3560mm |
| Internal width | - | 1650mm |
| Internal height | - | 2350mm |
Sources: Bateson 355B, Bockmann Master. 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 carries 1,384kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 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 Master if...
The entry point into Bockmann's polyester-bodied trailer range, aimed at owners of one or two horses who want a simple, low-maintenance trailer rather than an aluminium premium model. It competes on price against other basic 2-horse trailers.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 355B and the Bockmann Master?
The Bateson 355B carries 1,384kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Bockmann Master is a polyester-bodied 2-horse trailer with tack room.
Which carries more, the Bateson 355B or the Bockmann Master?
The Bateson 355B, by 1,384kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 355B or the Bockmann Master 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.