Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Brian James A-Max 305
The Bateson PT44 is rated 150kg heavier gross. The Brian James A-Max 305 carries 55kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 150kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James A-Max 305 carries 55kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Brian James A-Max 305 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 2600kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 2035kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal bed | - | 4.3m x 1.96m |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Brian James A-Max 305. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT44 if...
- you want one that is rated 150kg heavier gross
Bateson's 14ft x 7ft tilt-bed trailer, supplied with steel sides, ramps and a winch as standard. Used to load and carry cars, quads and small plant, it is one of the most widely stocked hydraulic tilt trailers among UK hire and trailer-sales firms.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
- 1Stop Trailers Ltd - Sudbury, Little Waldingfield
Buy or hire the A-Max 305 if...
- you want one that carries 55kg more
Suits owners of larger saloons or estate cars who have outgrown the shorter A-Max 210 but do not need a full car-transporter range trailer. The extra bed length and payload give more margin for a heavier road car.
Listed by
- A47 Barwell Trailers Sales Hire Service Ltd - Leicester, Barwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Brian James A-Max 305?
The Bateson PT44 is rated 150kg heavier gross. The Brian James A-Max 305 carries 55kg more. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Brian James A-Max 305 is a a longer, higher-capacity version of the A-Max flatbed car trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Brian James A-Max 305?
The Brian James A-Max 305, by 55kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Brian James A-Max 305 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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