Head to head
Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Brian James Race Transporter 7
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Brian James Race Transporter 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | 5.5m / 6.0m long |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | Twin or Tri |
| Payload | - | up to 2235kg |
| Internal width | - | 2.1m / 2.3m |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Brian James Race Transporter 7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
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 Race Transporter 7 if...
- you want one that has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer
Sits at the top of the Race Transporter range for teams hauling larger or wider vehicles where the Race Transporter 6 is still not wide enough. The twin/tri-axle choice lets buyers trade a little unladen weight against stability at the widest bed option.
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 Race Transporter 7?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is a the largest Race Transporter, offered in twin or tri-axle form for heavier vehicles.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Brian James Race Transporter 7 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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