Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs Brian James A-Max 305
The Bateson PT66 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 530kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT66 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson PT66 carries 530kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT66 | Brian James A-Max 305 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2600kg |
| Payload | 2565kg | 2035kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | - |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Axles | Triple | - |
| Internal bed | - | 4.3m x 1.96m |
Sources: Bateson PT66, Brian James A-Max 305. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT66 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 530kg more
Bateson's largest hydraulic tilt trailer with triple hinged steel sides, used to move light commercial vehicles, plant and ground maintenance machinery. Its hydraulic tilt bed lets one person load without ramps.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the A-Max 305 if...
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 PT66 and the Brian James A-Max 305?
The Bateson PT66 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 530kg more. The Bateson PT66 is a triple axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; 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 PT66 or the Brian James A-Max 305?
The Bateson PT66, by 530kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 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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