Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Brian James A-Max 210
The Bateson 48LT is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 660kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 48LT is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 48LT carries 660kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Brian James A-Max 210 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 2000kg |
| Payload | 2150kg | 1490kg |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | - |
| Internal length | 3600mm | - |
| Internal width | 1710mm | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 4.0m x 1.96m |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Brian James A-Max 210. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 48LT if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 660kg more
Bateson's largest standard livestock trailer, described by the maker as suited to 4x4s and larger tow vehicles. It gives farmers more capacity than the smaller 60LT-class trailers in the same range.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
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.
Listed by
- A47 Barwell Trailers Sales Hire Service Ltd - Leicester, Barwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Brian James A-Max 210?
The Bateson 48LT is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 660kg more. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Brian James A-Max 210 is a a lightweight single/twin-axle flatbed car trailer with a 4.0m bed.
Which carries more, the Bateson 48LT or the Brian James A-Max 210?
The Bateson 48LT, by 660kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT 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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