Head to head
Bateson 355B vs Debon Moto Compact
The Bateson 355B is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Debon Moto Compact is 620kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 355B is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 355B weighs 620kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 355B | Debon Moto Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 800kg | 180kg (approx) |
| Payload | 2700kg | - |
| Deck length | 5000mm | - |
| Deck width | 2100mm | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
Sources: Bateson 355B, Debon Moto Compact. 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 2,750kg 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 Moto Compact if...
- you want one that is 620kg lighter empty
Designed for owners with limited garage or driveway space, since carrying the bike across the trailer rather than lengthways shortens the overall footprint.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 355B and the Debon Moto Compact?
The Bateson 355B is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Debon Moto Compact is 620kg lighter empty. The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Debon Moto Compact is a an unbraked trailer for carrying one motorcycle positioned transversely..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 355B or the Debon Moto Compact?
The Debon Moto Compact. It is 620kg lighter empty than the Bateson 355B.
Can I tow the Bateson 355B or the Debon Moto Compact 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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