Head to head
Bateson PT56 vs HM Trailers DC20
The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer. The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT56 | HM Trailers DC20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | Triple axle, auto-reversing overrun brakes | 2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheels |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | - |
| Deck length | 5m (16ft) | - |
| Deck width | 2.1m (7ft) | - |
| Ramp | Hinged rear ramp, 75cm high | - |
| Capacity | - | 12 cubic metres |
| Body length | - | 5200mm (17ft) |
| Width | - | 2550mm (8ft 4in) |
| Overall length | - | 7284mm (23ft) |
| Max tipped height | - | 6210mm (20ft 4in) |
Sources: Bateson PT56, HM Trailers DC20. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT56 if...
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 DC20 if...
A dump trailer for hauling muck, aggregate or waste on a construction site, built to tip clear over a high-sided skip or wagon. Its round-axle running gear and reinforced chassis suit off-road site use rather than road haulage.
Listed by
- H M Trailers - Ongar, Fyfield
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT56 and the HM Trailers DC20?
The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.
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