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Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter vs Brian James C4 Transporter
The Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter is a twin-axle beavertail plant/vehicle transporter trailer. The Brian James C4 Transporter is a car transporter trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter | Brian James C4 Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg, braked | 2000-2600kg (range across C4 variants) |
| Axles | twin axle | 2 |
| Platform size | 12ft x 6ft 6in (3.66m x 1.98m) | - |
| Floor | phenol-coated anti-slip, flat deck | - |
| Deck length | - | 12ft 2in (3.7m) loading area, up to 16ft overall |
| Deck width | - | 5ft 10in - 6ft |
| Ramps | - | 8ft loading ramps included |
Sources: Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter, Brian James C4 Transporter. 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.
Listed by
- Derby Trailer Hire Limited - Derby
Buy or hire the C4 Transporter if...
A twin-axle trailer for moving a single car, van or small plant item, used by garages, racers and recovery firms. It is light enough for many family cars to tow while still carrying a saloon or hatchback on its own wheels.
Listed by
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- Derby Trailer Hire Limited - Derby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter and the Brian James C4 Transporter?
The Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter is a twin-axle beavertail plant/vehicle transporter trailer; the Brian James C4 Transporter is a car transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Blue Line Beaver Tail Transporter or the Brian James C4 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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