Model against model
Bateson Eurostock 326C vs Brian James A4 Transporter
Two models people put on the same shortlist. Every figure below is sourced, and where one side has a specification the other does not publish, the row is left out rather than filled with a guess.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
| Bateson Eurostock 326C | Brian James A4 Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3100kg | 3000kg |
| Unladen weight | 1050kg | 770kg |
| Payload | 2050kg | 2230kg |
| Axles | 2 | Twin axle |
Only specifications published for both models appear here. Full Bateson Eurostock 326C figures and full Brian James A4 Transporter figures.
Choose the Eurostock 326C if...
A 12-foot livestock trailer with a cattle division fitted as standard, aimed at farmers moving cattle or mixed stock in manageable batches. Twin large-section wheels and tyres are shared with Bateson's other Eurostock models for easier parts support.
Full specifications →Choose 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 straightforward 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.
Dealers listed this model as 'A4', '130 A4 Transporter' and 'A Series'; all point to Brian James' A Transporter range, where the 4.5m twin-axle bed (model code 130-4520-30-2-12) is the version generally sold as the A4.
Full specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Eurostock 326C and the Brian James A4 Transporter?
Bateson Eurostock 326C: A 12-foot livestock trailer with a cattle division fitted as standard, aimed at farmers moving cattle or mixed stock in manageable batches. Twin large-section wheels and tyres are shared with Bateson's other Eurostock models for easier parts support. Brian James A4 Transporter: 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 straightforward 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.
Are these figures reliable?
Every figure on this page was read off a manufacturer or established dealer page and is linked to its source. Anything we could not verify is left out rather than estimated. Specifications change by model year and configuration, so confirm with the supplier before relying on them.
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