Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Woodford Widebody
The Bateson 35MD carries 1,835kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 395kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 1,835kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 395kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Bateson 35MD has a bed 59cm (2ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | - | Single or Twin |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Woodford Widebody. 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 1,835kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 59cm (2ft) longer
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 Widebody if...
- you want one that is 395kg lighter empty
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Woodford Widebody?
The Bateson 35MD carries 1,835kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 395kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Woodford Widebody?
The Woodford Widebody. It is 395kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Woodford Widebody?
The Bateson 35MD, by 1,835kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Woodford Widebody 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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