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Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Brian James A-Max 210
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 1.0m (3.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer has a bed 1.0m (3.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Brian James A-Max 210 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | 4.0m x 1.96m |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | - |
| Payload | - | 1490kg |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Brian James A-Max 210. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 1.0m (3.5ft) longer
A large flatbed trailer for carrying machinery, building materials or vehicles, with the bed width and length expandable to suit the load. It is bought mainly by contractors and plant hire firms needing a 3.5 tonne platform.
Full 3550 Platform Trailer specifications →Buy or hire the A-Max 210 if...
An entry-level flatbed for hobbyist racers and private car movers who only need to shift a light car or kit car occasionally. Its lower gross weight keeps it towable behind smaller cars than the heavier A-Max 305.
Full A-Max 210 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Brian James A-Max 210?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 1.0m (3.5ft) longer. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Brian James A-Max 210 is a a lightweight single/twin-axle flatbed car trailer with a 4.0m bed.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Brian James A-Max 210 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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