Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Brian James A4 Transporter
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 250kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 55kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 55kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Brian James A4 Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 3000kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 770kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Payload | - | 2230kg |
| Internal bed | - | 4.5m x 2.0m |
| Axles | - | Twin axle |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Brian James A4 Transporter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 27-16 Transporter if...
- you want one that is 55kg lighter empty
A hydraulic tilt-bed transporter used by recovery operators, car dealers and track-day owners. The hydraulic tilt rather than a winch and ramps is the whole reason to choose it: loading a low or non-running car alone is simple in a way it is not on a flatbed.
Full 27-16 Transporter specifications →Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross
The A4 Transporter suits driving schools, small dealers and enthusiasts who need to move one car at a time behind a car-derived tow vehicle, offering a simple twin-axle bed without the cost of a beavertail or enclosed body. Its compact size makes it easier to store and manoeuvre than the longer trailers in the A Transporter range.
Listed by
- Compass Trailers - Lewes, Ringmer
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 250kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 55kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Brian James A4 Transporter is a twin-axle open car transporter trailer from Brian James' A Transporter range, built for towing one car on a 4.5m bed..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter. It is 55kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Brian James A4 Transporter 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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