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Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Brian James Digger Plant
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer has a bed 1.8m (6ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer has a bed 1.8m (6ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Brian James Digger Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | 3.2m x 1.7m |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | Twin (12in wheels) |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Brian James Digger Plant. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
- you want one that has a bed 1.8m (6ft) longer
A large flatbed trailer for carrying machinery, building materials or vehicles, with the bed width and length expandable to suit the load. It is bought mainly by contractors and plant hire firms needing a 3.5 tonne platform.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the Digger Plant if...
Used by groundworkers and plant hire firms to move a mini digger between sites behind a pickup or 4x4. Its bed size and gross weight target machines around the 3 to 3.5 tonne mark rather than heavier plant.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Brian James Digger Plant?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer has a bed 1.8m (6ft) longer. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Brian James Digger Plant is a a twin-axle plant trailer built for carrying a mini excavator or similar machine.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Brian James Digger Plant 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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