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Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter vs Brian James C4

The Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter is a twin-axle beavertail plant/vehicle transporter trailer. The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Beaver Tail Transporter
Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter
Brian James C4
Brian James C4 - image: Grantham Hire

Specifications side by side

Blue Line Beaver Tail TransporterBrian James C4
Gross weight2,600kg, braked2600kg
Axlestwin axleTwin
Platform size12ft x 6ft 6in (3.66m x 1.98m)-
Floorphenol-coated anti-slip, flat deck-
Size-2m x 4.5m loading area

Sources: Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter, Brian James C4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Beaver Tail Transporter if...

A galvanised beavertail trailer with a flat, ramped deck for driving plant or vehicles straight on and off. It is aimed at plant hire and groundworks firms moving mini diggers, dumpers or cars between sites without a dedicated low-loader.

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Buy or hire the C4 if...

Brian James C4, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter and the Brian James C4?

The Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter is a twin-axle beavertail plant/vehicle transporter trailer; the Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer.

Can I tow the Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter or the Brian James C4 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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