Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Brian James T Transporter
The Brian James T Transporter has a bed 1.97m (6.5ft) longer. The Bateson 35MD carries 245kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James T Transporter has a bed 1.97m (6.5ft) longer.
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 245kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Brian James T Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 2530kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | 5.0m x 2.1m |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | - |
| Axles | - | Twin (12in steel rims) |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Brian James T Transporter. 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 245kg 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 T Transporter if...
- you want one that has a bed 1.97m (6.5ft) longer
A mid-range open transporter for dealers and recovery firms who want a manual tilt-bed rather than the hydraulic-tilt Race Transporter range at a lower cost. Its 5.0m x 2.1m bed suits most single road cars and small vans.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- 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 T Transporter?
The Brian James T Transporter has a bed 1.97m (6.5ft) longer. The Bateson 35MD carries 245kg more. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Brian James T Transporter is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a manual hydraulic tilt-bed.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Brian James T Transporter?
The Bateson 35MD, by 245kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Brian James T Transporter 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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