Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Brian James Tipper
The Bateson PT44 is 15kg lighter empty and is rated 50kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 15kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 50kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Brian James Tipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 2700kg / 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | from 785kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | up to 2500kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | Twin or Tri |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Internal width | - | 1.6m / 2.0m |
| Internal length | - | 3.1m to 4.0m |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Brian James Tipper. 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 15kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 50kg 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 Tipper if...
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- 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 Tipper?
The Bateson PT44 is 15kg lighter empty and is rated 50kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Brian James Tipper?
The Bateson PT44. It is 15kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Brian James Tipper 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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