Head to head
Bateson Derby vs Stewart GX 15 FT
The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 13.3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 13.3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Derby | Stewart GX 15 FT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,700kg | 15,000kg |
| Unladen weight | 675kg | - |
| Payload | approx. 1,025kg | - |
| Internal length | 2.70m | - |
| Internal width | 1.50m | - |
| 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 Derby, Stewart GX 15 FT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Derby if...
A light double horse trailer that can be towed by a large saloon car rather than needing a 4x4, thanks to its low unladen weight. It suits owners moving one or two horses locally who want to avoid buying a heavier, purpose-built tow vehicle.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the GX 15 FT if...
- you want one that is rated 13.3 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.
Listed by
- Rising Sun Trailer Hire - York
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Derby and the Stewart GX 15 FT?
The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 13.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson Derby is a lightweight rear-unload double horse trailer; the Stewart GX 15 FT is a twin-axle flat trailer for agricultural and general haulage use.
Can I tow the Bateson Derby 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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