Head to head
Bailey Trailers TB16-24 vs Brian James A4 Transporter
The Bailey Trailers TB16-24 is a twin/tri-axle grain and bulk tipping trailer. The Brian James A4 Transporter is a twin-axle open car transporter trailer from brian james' a transporter range, built for towing one car on a 4.5m bed..
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Specifications side by side
| Bailey Trailers TB16-24 | Brian James A4 Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | 2 x 10-stud (TB16-20), 3 x 10-stud (TB22-24) | Twin axle |
| Body length | 6,600mm (TB16) to 9,000mm (TB24) | - |
| Body width | 2,500mm | - |
| Body height | 1,375mm | - |
| Capacity | 21.7m3 (TB16) to 32.9m3 (TB24) | - |
| Gross weight | - | 3000kg |
| Unladen weight | - | 770kg |
| Payload | - | 2230kg |
| Internal bed | - | 4.5m x 2.0m |
Sources: Bailey Trailers TB16-24, Brian James A4 Transporter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB16-24 if...
Bailey's largest tipping trailers, built for hauling grain, aggregate and bulky waste in volume rather than dense loads. Farm contractors and bulk haulage firms hire the 16 to 24 tonne range depending on how much they need to shift in one run.
Listed by
- Bailey Trailers Ltd - Sleaford, Sleaford
Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
The A4 Transporter suits driving schools, small dealers and enthusiasts who need to move one car at a time behind a car-derived tow vehicle, offering a simple twin-axle bed without the cost of a beavertail or enclosed body. Its compact size makes it easier to store and manoeuvre than the longer trailers in the A Transporter range.
Listed by
- Compass Trailers - Lewes, Ringmer
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bailey Trailers TB16-24 and the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Bailey Trailers TB16-24 is a twin/tri-axle grain and bulk tipping trailer; the Brian James A4 Transporter is a twin-axle open car transporter trailer from Brian James' A Transporter range, built for towing one car on a 4.5m bed..
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