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Bateson 355B vs Richardson Trailers Rosette

The Bateson 355B is 20kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bateson 355B
Bateson 355B - image: Bateson Trailers NZ
Rosette
Richardson Trailers Rosette

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 355BRichardson Trailers Rosette
Unladen weight800kg820 kg
Gross weight3500kg-
Payload2700kg-
Deck length5000mm-
Deck width2100mm-
AxlesTwin axle-
Maximum gross weight-1750 kg
Overall length-4.15 m (13 ft 7 in)
Overall width-2.06 m (6 ft 9 in)
Overall height-2.57 m (8 ft 6 in)

Sources: Bateson 355B, Richardson Trailers Rosette. 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 20kg lighter empty

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 Rosette if...

A horse trailer from Richardson's range, sold through UK horsebox dealers as a mid-range option for owners moving one or two horses.

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Full Rosette specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 355B and the Richardson Trailers Rosette?

The Bateson 355B is 20kg lighter empty. The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Richardson Trailers Rosette is a horse trailer.

Which is lighter, the Bateson 355B or the Richardson Trailers Rosette?

The Bateson 355B. It is 20kg lighter empty than the Richardson Trailers Rosette.

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