Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Brian James A4 Transporter
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 250kg more and is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 250kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Brian James A4 Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 3000kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 770kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 2230kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | Twin axle |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Internal bed | - | 4.5m x 2.0m |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Brian James A4 Transporter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT44 if...
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 A4 Transporter if...
- you want one that carries 250kg more
- you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross
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 PT44 and the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 250kg more and is rated 250kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; 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 carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 250kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 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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