Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Brian James C2
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 715kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 715kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Brian James C2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 2035kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | - |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Size | - | up to 16ft long, 6ft wide |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Brian James C2. 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 rated 715kg heavier gross
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 C2 if...
Brian James C2, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.
Listed by
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Brian James C2?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 715kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Brian James C2 is a car transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Brian James C2 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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