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Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Brian James CarGO Connect
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Brian James CarGO Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3,500kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | - |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration |
| Load bed length | - | 4.00m to 6.00m |
| Internal width | - | 2.02m or 2.17m |
| Bed height | - | 0.55m to 0.60m |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Brian James CarGO Connect. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
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 CarGO Connect if...
A configurable enclosed cargo trailer for tradespeople, exhibition and event companies and small hauliers who need a lockable, weatherproof load area rather than an open bed. The low bed height is what makes loading practical without a ramp gradient that fights you.
Full CarGO Connect specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Brian James CarGO Connect?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Brian James CarGO Connect 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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