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Bateson 35-16 vs Brian James C4

The Bateson 35-16 is rated 900kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

35-16
Bateson 35-16
Brian James C4
Brian James C4 - image: Grantham Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 35-16Brian James C4
Size16' x 6'2"2m x 4.5m loading area
Gross weight3500kg2600kg
Payload2670kg-
Axles-Twin

Sources: Bateson 35-16, Brian James C4. 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 is rated 900kg 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.

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Buy or hire the C4 if...

Brian James C4, 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.

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Full C4 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Brian James C4?

The Bateson 35-16 is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer.

Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Brian James C4 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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