Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Bateson PT66 carries 730kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper 2 is 150kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT66 carries 730kg more.
- 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 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | 785kg to 1200kg |
| Payload | 2565kg | 1835kg to 2500kg |
| Axles | Triple | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
Sources: Bateson PT66, Brian James Tipper 2. 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 carries 730kg more
- 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 2 if...
- you want one that is 150kg lighter empty
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT66 and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Bateson PT66 carries 730kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper 2 is 150kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is a triple axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT66 or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Tipper 2. It is 150kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT66.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT66 or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Bateson PT66, by 730kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 or the Brian James Tipper 2 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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