Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Brian James C4 Blue
The Brian James C4 Blue is 75kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is rated 150kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 75kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 150kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Brian James C4 Blue | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 695kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Payload | 1980kg | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Bed length | - | 5.0m |
| Bed width | - | 2.0m |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Brian James C4 Blue. 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 C4 Blue if...
- you want one that is 75kg lighter empty
A twin-axle open car transporter built to carry one road or track car behind a family car or 4x4. Track-day drivers and small vehicle traders hire it for moving a single car without the cost of an enclosed trailer.
Full C4 Blue specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Brian James C4 Blue?
The Brian James C4 Blue is 75kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is rated 150kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Brian James C4 Blue is a twin-axle car transporter trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Brian James C4 Blue?
The Brian James C4 Blue. It is 75kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Brian James C4 Blue 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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