Head to head
Bateson 355B vs Debon Cargo 1300
The Bateson 355B carries 1,880kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon Cargo 1300 is 320kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 355B carries 1,880kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 355B is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 355B weighs 320kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 355B | Debon Cargo 1300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg |
| Unladen weight | 800kg | 480kg |
| Payload | 2700kg | 820kg |
| Deck length | 5000mm | - |
| Deck width | 2100mm | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
Sources: Bateson 355B, Debon Cargo 1300. 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 1,880kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 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 Cargo 1300 if...
- you want one that is 320kg lighter empty
A lightweight cargo box aimed at buyers wanting simple, secure storage for tools or stock without the extra features of the C-series.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 355B and the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Bateson 355B carries 1,880kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon Cargo 1300 is 320kg lighter empty. The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Debon Cargo 1300 is a a single-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 355B or the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Debon Cargo 1300. It is 320kg lighter empty than the Bateson 355B.
Which carries more, the Bateson 355B or the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Bateson 355B, by 1,880kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 355B or the Debon Cargo 1300 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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