Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs Brian James A4 Transporter
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 165kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 335kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT66 weighs 165kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT66 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson PT66 carries 335kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT66 | Brian James A4 Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3000kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | 770kg |
| Payload | 2565kg | 2230kg |
| Axles | Triple | Twin axle |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Internal bed | - | 4.5m x 2.0m |
Sources: Bateson PT66, Brian James A4 Transporter. 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 500kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 335kg 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 A4 Transporter if...
- you want one that is 165kg lighter empty
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 PT66 and the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 165kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 335kg more. The Bateson PT66 is a triple axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; 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 is lighter, the Bateson PT66 or the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 165kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT66.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT66 or the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Bateson PT66, by 335kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 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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