Head to head
Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer vs Brian James A4 Transporter
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,818kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 432kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,818kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 432kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 2.4m (8ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer | Brian James A4 Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3000kg |
| Unladen weight | 338kg | 770kg |
| Payload | 412kg | 2230kg |
| Internal bed | 2100mm x 1250mm | 4.5m x 2.0m |
| Axles | 1 | Twin axle |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
Sources: Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer, Brian James A4 Transporter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is 432kg lighter empty
A light tipping trailer aimed at gardeners and smallholders moving mowers, tools or loose garden waste, small enough to stay in the unbraked towing class. Its side-tip mechanism keeps the ramp door usable when tipped.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
- you want one that carries 1,818kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,250kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 2.4m (8ft) longer
The A4 Transporter suits driving schools, small dealers and enthusiasts who need to move one car at a time behind a car-derived tow vehicle, offering a simple twin-axle bed without the cost of a beavertail or enclosed body. Its compact size makes it easier to store and manoeuvre than the longer trailers in the A Transporter range.
Listed by
- Compass Trailers - Lewes, Ringmer
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer and the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,818kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 432kg lighter empty. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is a small unbraked tipping trailer; the Brian James A4 Transporter is a twin-axle open car transporter trailer from Brian James' A Transporter range, built for towing one car on a 4.5m bed..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer. It is 432kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 1,818kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Brian James A4 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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