Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Brian James C4 Blue
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 150kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 Blue is 20kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 150kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter weighs 20kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Brian James C4 Blue | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 695kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Bed length | - | 5.0m |
| Bed width | - | 2.0m |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Brian James C4 Blue. 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 150kg 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.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the C4 Blue if...
- you want one that is 20kg lighter empty
A twin-axle open car transporter built to carry one road or track car behind a family car or 4x4. Track-day drivers and small vehicle traders hire it for moving a single car without the cost of an enclosed trailer.
Full C4 Blue specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Brian James C4 Blue?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 150kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 Blue is 20kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Brian James C4 Blue is a twin-axle car transporter trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Brian James C4 Blue?
The Brian James C4 Blue. It is 20kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Brian James C4 Blue 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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