Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Brian James Race Transporter 5
The Bateson 35MD is 475kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 has a bed 1.97m (6.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 475kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 has a bed 1.97m (6.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Brian James Race Transporter 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | from 1200kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | up to 2300kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | 5.0m / 5.5m long |
| Internal width | - | 2.12m |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Brian James Race Transporter 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35MD if...
- you want one that is 475kg lighter empty
A plant trailer sized for a mini digger or small excavator, with a gas-assisted full-width ramp door for driving machines straight on and off. It is aimed at groundworkers and plant hire companies rather than general haulage.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 5 if...
- you want one that has a bed 1.97m (6.5ft) longer
Used by race teams and professional recovery operators moving cars that need slightly more bed length or restraint options than the Race Transporter 4 offers. It remains a twin-axle single-car trailer rather than a multi-car hauler.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Brian James Race Transporter 5?
The Bateson 35MD is 475kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 has a bed 1.97m (6.5ft) longer. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Brian James Race Transporter 5?
The Bateson 35MD. It is 475kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Brian James Race Transporter 5 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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