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Bateson 355B vs Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM

The Bateson 355B carries 2,205kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 355BMeredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM
Gross weight3500kg750kg
Payload2700kg495kg
Unladen weight800kg-
Deck length5000mm-
Deck width2100mm-
AxlesTwin axle-
Internal bed-1985mm x 1220mm
Tyres-145/70R13

Sources: Bateson 355B, Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM. 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 2,205kg more
  • 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.

Full 355B specifications →

Buy or hire the MEG7564TRM if...

A 6'6" x 4' unbraked general purpose trailer with mesh sides and a loading ramp, sized for garden waste, small plant and tip runs. A common entry-level trailer at UK trailer dealers.

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Full MEG7564TRM specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 355B and the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?

The Bateson 355B carries 2,205kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM is a general purpose trailer with mesh sides and ramp.

Which carries more, the Bateson 355B or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?

The Bateson 355B, by 2,205kg.

Can I tow the Bateson 355B or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM 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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