Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS
The Bateson 35MD is rated 770kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 770kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2730kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | - |
| Payload | 2775kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35MD if...
- you want one that is rated 770kg heavier gross
A plant trailer sized for a mini digger or small excavator, with a gas-assisted full-width ramp door for driving machines straight on and off. It is aimed at groundworkers and plant hire companies rather than general haulage.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the BT-ST 3016/35 AS if...
Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Plant trailers are the working end of groundworks: contractors and hire firms use them to move mini diggers, dumpers and rollers between sites.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS?
The Bateson 35MD is rated 770kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS is a plant trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS 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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