Head to head
Bateson 120V Van Trailer vs Brian James A4 Transporter
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,740kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is 510kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,740kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 510kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 120V Van Trailer | Brian James A4 Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3000kg |
| Unladen weight | 260kg | 770kg |
| Payload | 490kg | 2230kg |
| Internal length | 2050mm | - |
| Internal width | 1150mm | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Internal bed | - | 4.5m x 2.0m |
| Axles | - | Twin axle |
Sources: Bateson 120V Van Trailer, Brian James A4 Transporter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 120V Van Trailer if...
- you want one that is 510kg lighter empty
A light unbraked box trailer with a galvanised chassis and fibreglass body, aimed at private buyers who want weatherproof, lockable storage behind a small car. Its low weight keeps it towable by vehicles with a modest unbraked limit.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
- you want one that carries 1,740kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,250kg heavier gross
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 Bateson 120V Van Trailer and the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,740kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is 510kg lighter empty. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is a small unbraked fibreglass box 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..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Bateson 120V Van Trailer. It is 510kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 1,740kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Brian James A4 Transporter 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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