Head to head
Bateson 355B vs Debon Roadster C500
The Bateson 355B is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Debon Roadster C500 is 175kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 355B is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 355B weighs 175kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 355B | Debon Roadster C500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 800kg | 625kg |
| Payload | 2700kg | - |
| Deck length | 5000mm | - |
| Deck width | 2100mm | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,130mm x 1,640mm x 2,010mm |
Sources: Bateson 355B, Debon Roadster C500. 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 900kg 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 Roadster C500 if...
- you want one that is 175kg lighter empty
A popular enclosed box trailer with market traders, mobile caterers and tradespeople who need secure, weatherproof storage in transit. The side-opening hatch version is the one most buyers want, because it allows quick access without swinging the rear doors open.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 355B and the Debon Roadster C500?
The Bateson 355B is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Debon Roadster C500 is 175kg lighter empty. The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Debon Roadster C500 is a enclosed box van trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 355B or the Debon Roadster C500?
The Debon Roadster C500. It is 175kg lighter empty than the Bateson 355B.
Can I tow the Bateson 355B or the Debon Roadster C500 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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