Head to head
Stewart GX 15 FT vs Tickners RL5000
The Stewart GX 15 FT is a twin-axle flat trailer for agricultural and general haulage use. The Tickners RL5000 is a covered, tilting-bed vehicle transporter trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Stewart GX 15 FT | Tickners RL5000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 15,000kg | 2,600-3,500kg depending on model |
| Axles | 125mm dia., 10-stud, 420x180mm brakes | 2, 12in 155/5 stud wheels |
| Length | 7,900-9,700mm (26-32ft) | - |
| Tare weight | 3,980kg | - |
| Tyres | 385/65Rx22.5 standard, 435/50Rx19.5 flotation option | - |
| Overall length | - | 7,000mm |
| Bed length | - | 4,870mm |
| Overall height | - | 2,400mm |
| Unladen weight | - | 1,020-1,160kg depending on model |
Sources: Stewart GX 15 FT, Tickners RL5000. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GX 15 FT if...
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
Buy or hire the RL5000 if...
An enclosed, tilting-bed trailer used to transport and protect a car in transit, popular with motorsport and classic car owners. The manual tilt bed lets a single person load a low car without ramps digging in.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Stewart GX 15 FT and the Tickners RL5000?
The Stewart GX 15 FT is a twin-axle flat trailer for agricultural and general haulage use; the Tickners RL5000 is a covered, tilting-bed vehicle transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Stewart GX 15 FT or the Tickners RL5000 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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