Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs Brian James Tipper
The Bateson PT66 is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper is 150kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT66 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT66 weighs 150kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT66 | Brian James Tipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg / 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | from 785kg |
| Payload | 2565kg | up to 2500kg |
| Axles | Triple | Twin or Tri |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Internal width | - | 1.6m / 2.0m |
| Internal length | - | 3.1m to 4.0m |
Sources: Bateson PT66, Brian James Tipper. 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 Tipper if...
- you want one that is 150kg lighter empty
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 PT66 and the Brian James Tipper?
The Bateson PT66 is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper is 150kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is a triple axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT66 or the Brian James Tipper?
The Brian James Tipper. It is 150kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT66.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 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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