Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Brian James T6
The Brian James T6 is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James T6 is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Brian James T6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | - |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Axles | - | Tri-axle |
| Size | - | 2.22m x 5.5m loading area |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Brian James T6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 27-16 Transporter if...
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 T6 if...
- you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
Brian James T6, 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
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Brian James T6?
The Brian James T6 is rated 750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Brian James T6 is a car transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Brian James T6 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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