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Bateson 35MD vs Stewart GX 15 FT

The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bateson 35MD
Bateson 35MD - image: chrishartleytrailers.com
GX 15 FT
Stewart GX 15 FT

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 35MDStewart GX 15 FT
Gross weight3500kg15,000kg
Unladen weight725kg-
Payload2775kg-
Internal bed3030mm x 1680mm-
Length-7,900-9,700mm (26-32ft)
Tare weight-3,980kg
Axles-125mm dia., 10-stud, 420x180mm brakes
Tyres-385/65Rx22.5 standard, 435/50Rx19.5 flotation option

Sources: Bateson 35MD, Stewart GX 15 FT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 35MD if...

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.

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Buy or hire the GX 15 FT if...

  • you want one that is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross

A 15-tonne flat trailer from Scottish maker Stewart Trailers, built for farms and hire fleets moving bulky loads such as bales or machinery. The choice of standard or flotation tyres lets it be set up for road use or softer ground.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Stewart GX 15 FT?

The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Stewart GX 15 FT is a twin-axle flat trailer for agricultural and general haulage use.

Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Stewart GX 15 FT on a car licence?

Stewart GX 15 FT is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.

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