Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Brian James Box Van 600
The Bateson 35-16 carries 841kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 841kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Brian James Box Van 600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 1829kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Internal bed | - | 3.0m x 1.6m |
| Axles | - | Twin (12in wheels) |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Brian James Box Van 600. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35-16 if...
- you want one that carries 841kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
A 16-foot tilt-bed transporter used to move 4x4s, plant and light machinery without loading ramps, since the whole bed tilts to ground level. A staple of small plant hire and vehicle recovery fleets.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Box Van 600 if...
Bought by tradespeople and small delivery operators who need goods kept dry and out of sight rather than carried on an open flatbed. Its 2700kg rating keeps it inside the range towable by many car-derived vans.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Brian James Box Van 600?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 841kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Brian James Box Van 600 is a a small enclosed twin-axle box van trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Brian James Box Van 600?
The Bateson 35-16, by 841kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Brian James Box Van 600 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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