Head to head
Bateson 355B vs Richardson Trailers Rosette
The Bateson 355B is 20kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Richardson Trailers Rosette weighs 20kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 355B | Richardson Trailers Rosette | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 800kg | 820 kg |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | - |
| Payload | 2700kg | - |
| Deck length | 5000mm | - |
| Deck width | 2100mm | - |
| Axles | Twin 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.
Listed by
- Mid Norfolk Trailer Sales & Hire LTD - King's Lynn
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.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
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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