Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Bateson 35MD carries 1,550kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 1,550kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 50kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 775kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 1225kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Ifor Williams HBE506. 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 carries 1,550kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 50kg lighter empty
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 HBE506 if...
Aimed at owners who want HB506-sized space for two horses or ponies but need a lower gross weight to stay within a smaller car's towing limit.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Bateson 35MD carries 1,550kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Bateson 35MD. It is 50kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Bateson 35MD, by 1,550kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams HBE506 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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