Head to head
Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer vs Brian James Connect
The Brian James Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer | Brian James Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | 1 | Triple axle, 10 wheels |
| Unladen weight | 338kg | - |
| Payload | 412kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2100mm x 1250mm | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Bed size | - | 5.5m x 2.1m |
Sources: Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer, Brian James Connect. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer if...
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 Connect if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
Brian James's modular flatbed platform, built to order in a range of lengths, widths and axle counts. Plant and vehicle hire firms specify it as a general-purpose load carrier rather than buying a dedicated car transporter or plant trailer.
Full Connect specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer and the Brian James Connect?
The Brian James Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is a small unbraked tipping trailer; the Brian James Connect is a highly configurable flatbed trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Brian James Connect 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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