Head to head
Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS vs Brian James C4
The Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS is rated 130kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS is rated 130kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS | Brian James C4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2730kg | 2600kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Size | - | 2m x 4.5m loading area |
Sources: Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS, Brian James C4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BT-ST 3016/35 AS if...
- you want one that is rated 130kg heavier gross
Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Plant trailers are the working end of groundworks: contractors and hire firms use them to move mini diggers, dumpers and rollers between sites.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
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.
Listed by
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS and the Brian James C4?
The Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS is rated 130kg heavier gross. The Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS is a plant trailer; the Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS 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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