Head to head
Bateson 48LT vs Brian James Connect Compact
The Bateson 48LT is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 48LT is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 48LT | Brian James Connect Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 950kg | - |
| Payload | 2150kg | - |
| Internal length | 3600mm | - |
| Internal width | 1710mm | - |
| Internal height | 1800mm | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson 48LT, Brian James Connect Compact. 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 400kg heavier gross
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 Connect Compact if...
Brian James Connect Compact, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Flatbeds suit long or awkward loads that need strapping from any side - pallets, timber, machinery and vehicles.
Full Connect Compact specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Brian James Connect Compact?
The Bateson 48LT is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Brian James Connect Compact 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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