Head to head
Bateson 355B vs Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515
The Bateson 355B is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 510kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 355B is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 355B weighs 510kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 355B | Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1000kg |
| Unladen weight | 800kg | 290kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | Single |
| Payload | 2700kg | - |
| Deck length | 5000mm | - |
| Deck width | 2100mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.58m x 1.58m |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson 355B, Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. 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 2.5 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 Eurolight EL101-2515 if...
- you want one that is 510kg lighter empty
The EL101-2515 suits owners who only have a small braked towing capacity, since its 1000kg gross weight and single axle keep it within reach of many family cars. Its 2.58m bed still covers everyday jobs like garden waste, flat-pack furniture or a small ride-on mower.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 355B and the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Bateson 355B is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 510kg lighter empty. The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is a a small single-axle flatbed trailer in Ifor Williams' lightweight Eurolight range, built for towing behind cars with a restricted towing limit..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 355B or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 510kg lighter empty than the Bateson 355B.
Can I tow the Bateson 355B or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 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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