Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Brian James CarGO Connect
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 14kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 14kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Brian James CarGO Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 3,500kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Load bed length | - | 4.00m to 6.00m |
| Internal width | - | 2.02m or 2.17m |
| Bed height | - | 0.55m to 0.60m |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Brian James CarGO Connect. 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 14kg 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 CarGO Connect if...
- you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
A configurable enclosed cargo trailer for tradespeople, exhibition and event companies and small hauliers who need a lockable, weatherproof load area rather than an open bed. The low bed height is what makes loading practical without a ramp gradient that fights you.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Brian James CarGO Connect?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 14kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Brian James CarGO Connect?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter. It is 14kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Brian James CarGO Connect 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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