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Bateson 355B vs Maypole MP6819

The Bateson 355B carries 2,321kg more and is rated 3,001kg heavier gross. The Maypole MP6819 is 680kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

355B
Bateson 355B
Maypole MP6819
Maypole MP6819 - image: maypoleltd.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 355BMaypole MP6819
Gross weight3500kg499kg
Unladen weight800kg120kg
Payload2700kg379kg
Deck length5000mm-
Deck width2100mm-
AxlesTwin axle-
Internal length-186cm
Internal width-116cm
Internal height-32cm

Sources: Bateson 355B, Maypole MP6819. 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 2,321kg more
  • you want one that is rated 3,001kg 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.

Full 355B specifications →

Buy or hire the MP6819 if...

  • you want one that is 680kg lighter empty

The longest trailer in Maypole's general purpose range here, for buyers needing extra bed length for bulkier loads such as garden waste or flat-pack furniture.

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Full MP6819 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 355B and the Maypole MP6819?

The Bateson 355B carries 2,321kg more and is rated 3,001kg heavier gross. The Maypole MP6819 is 680kg lighter empty. The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Maypole MP6819 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..

Which is lighter, the Bateson 355B or the Maypole MP6819?

The Maypole MP6819. It is 680kg lighter empty than the Bateson 355B.

Which carries more, the Bateson 355B or the Maypole MP6819?

The Bateson 355B, by 2,321kg.

Can I tow the Bateson 355B or the Maypole MP6819 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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