Head to head
Bateson PT56 vs Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ
The Bateson PT56 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT56 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT56 | Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3,000kg |
| Deck length | 5m (16ft) | - |
| Deck width | 2.1m (7ft) | - |
| Axles | Triple axle, auto-reversing overrun brakes | - |
| Ramp | Hinged rear ramp, 75cm high | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Payload | - | 2,020kg |
| Overall dimensions | - | 7.15m x 2.48m x 2.40m |
| Bed length | - | 4.88m |
Sources: Bateson PT56, Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT56 if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
A tri-axle tilt-bed trailer that lowers to ground level so plant, vehicles or awkward loads can be driven or winched straight on without ramps. Its low deck and tilt action suit hire firms moving mixed loads rather than one type of vehicle.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Velocity iQ if...
An enclosed trailer that keeps a car dry and out of sight in transit, built on Eco-Trailer's own chassis. Motorsport teams and car traders hire it to move a vehicle without exposing it to weather or attention on the road.
Listed by
- OK Racing Trailer Hire - Hertfordshire
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT56 and the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ?
The Bateson PT56 is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is a enclosed car transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson PT56 or the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ 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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