Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Brian James Connect Compact
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Brian James Connect Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 2700kg |
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | - |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | - |
| Payload | 950kg | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Brian James Connect Compact. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 12LT if...
The 12LT is Bateson's entry-level livestock trailer, the only single-axle model in its livestock range, aimed at smallholders and farmers moving calves, sheep or pigs in smaller numbers than a full cattle trailer would carry. Its low GVW keeps it towable by smaller 4x4s and pickups.
Full 12LT specifications →Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...
- you want one that is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross
Brian James Connect Compact, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Flatbeds suit long or awkward loads that need strapping from any side - pallets, timber, machinery and vehicles.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 12LT and the Brian James Connect Compact?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 12LT is a the smallest trailer in Bateson's livestock range, a single-axle trailer for calves, sheep and pigs.; the Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT or the Brian James Connect Compact 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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