Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs Brian James Connect Compact
The Bateson PT66 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT66 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT66 | Brian James Connect Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | - |
| Payload | 2565kg | - |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Axles | Triple | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson PT66, Brian James Connect Compact. 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 800kg heavier gross
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 Connect Compact if...
Brian James Connect Compact, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Flatbeds suit long or awkward loads that need strapping from any side - pallets, timber, machinery and vehicles.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT66 and the Brian James Connect Compact?
The Bateson PT66 is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT66 is a triple axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 or the Brian James Connect Compact 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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