Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Richardson Trailers Supreme Ultra
The Bateson 35MD is 375kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Richardson Trailers Supreme Ultra weighs 375kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Richardson Trailers Supreme Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 1100 kg |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | - |
| Payload | 2775kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Maximum gross weight | - | 3200 kg |
| Overall length | - | 5.00 m (16 ft 5 in) |
| Internal length | - | 3.54 m (11 ft 7 in) |
| Internal width | - | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Richardson Trailers Supreme Ultra. 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 375kg 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
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Supreme Ultra if...
The Supreme Ultra suits owners looking for a well-established British-built two-horse trailer able to carry a pair of taller horses, since sellers describe it as taking two horses up to about 17.2hh. As a long-running Richardson model it is more often found on the used market now than ordered new.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Richardson Trailers Supreme Ultra?
The Bateson 35MD is 375kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Richardson Trailers Supreme Ultra is a a two-horse trailer from British manufacturer Richardson, part of its Supreme range of horse trailers..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Richardson Trailers Supreme Ultra?
The Bateson 35MD. It is 375kg lighter empty than the Richardson Trailers Supreme Ultra.
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