Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Brian James A4 Transporter
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 790kg more and is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 790kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 700kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson Deauville weighs 90kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Brian James A4 Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 3000kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 770kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | 2230kg |
| Internal length | 3190mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 4.5m x 2.0m |
| Axles | - | Twin axle |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Brian James A4 Transporter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Deauville if...
Bateson's standard horsebox trailer, fitted with a saddle rack and cover as standard, for owners of one or two horses up to 17 hands. It is positioned as a simple alternative to the pricier continental horsebox brands.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
- you want one that carries 790kg more
- you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 90kg lighter empty
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 Deauville and the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 790kg more and is rated 700kg heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; 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 Deauville or the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 90kg lighter empty than the Bateson Deauville.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 790kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville 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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