Head to head
Bateson B85 Unbraked Trailer vs Brian James Connect Compact
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson B85 Unbraked Trailer | Brian James Connect Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750 kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 200 kg | - |
| Payload | 550 kg | - |
| Length | 3450 mm | - |
| Width | 1900 mm | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson B85 Unbraked Trailer, Brian James Connect Compact. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the B85 Unbraked Trailer if...
The largest unbraked trailer in the Bateson range, designed to carry lightweight grass cutting machinery and UTVs. Suits grounds maintenance and landscaping crews towing behind a car or pickup, with a plywood floor and a mesh ramp door.
Full B85 Unbraked Trailer specifications →Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
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.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson B85 Unbraked Trailer and the Brian James Connect Compact?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Bateson B85 Unbraked Trailer is a unbraked 8 ft x 5 ft flatbed trailer with ramp door and mesh extension sides; the Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson B85 Unbraked Trailer 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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