Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Brian James Race Transporter 5
The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the race transporter 4.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Brian James Race Transporter 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | up to 2300kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | from 1200kg |
| Internal width | - | 2.12m |
| Internal bed | - | 5.0m / 5.5m long |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Brian James Race Transporter 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35-16 if...
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 Race Transporter 5 if...
Used by race teams and professional recovery operators moving cars that need slightly more bed length or restraint options than the Race Transporter 4 offers. It remains a twin-axle single-car trailer rather than a multi-car hauler.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Brian James Race Transporter 5?
The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Brian James Race Transporter 5 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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