Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Brian James Race Transporter 7
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 2.47m (8ft) longer. The Bateson 35MD carries 540kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 2.47m (8ft) longer.
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 540kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Brian James Race Transporter 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | up to 2235kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | 5.5m / 6.0m long |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | - |
| Internal width | - | 2.1m / 2.3m |
| Axles | - | Twin or Tri |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Brian James Race Transporter 7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35MD if...
- you want one that carries 540kg more
A plant trailer sized for a mini digger or small excavator, with a gas-assisted full-width ramp door for driving machines straight on and off. It is aimed at groundworkers and plant hire companies rather than general haulage.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 7 if...
- you want one that has a bed 2.47m (8ft) longer
Sits at the top of the Race Transporter range for teams hauling larger or wider vehicles where the Race Transporter 6 is still not wide enough. The twin/tri-axle choice lets buyers trade a little unladen weight against stability at the widest bed option.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Brian James Race Transporter 7?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 2.47m (8ft) longer. The Bateson 35MD carries 540kg more. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is a the largest Race Transporter, offered in twin or tri-axle form for heavier vehicles.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Brian James Race Transporter 7?
The Bateson 35MD, by 540kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Brian James Race Transporter 7 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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