Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Brian James C4 Blue
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Brian James C4 Blue | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,600kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Payload | 2670kg | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 695kg |
| Bed length | - | 5.0m |
| Bed width | - | 2.0m |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Brian James C4 Blue. 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.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the C4 Blue if...
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 35-16 and the Brian James C4 Blue?
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 Blue is a twin-axle car transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 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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