Head to head
Brenderup 1150 vs Brian James A Transporter (A4)
The Brian James A Transporter (A4) is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James A Transporter (A4) is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brenderup 1150 | Brian James A Transporter (A4) | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 600kg | 2,000kg to 3,000kg depending on variant |
| Load | 500kg | - |
| Internal dimensions | 144x94x35 cm | - |
| External dimensions | 239x137x84 cm | - |
| Bed | - | 3.7m x 1.8m up to 5.0m x 2.0m depending on variant |
| Brakes | - | Braked, tandem axle |
Sources: Brenderup 1150, Brian James A Transporter (A4). Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 1150 if...
Brenderup 1150, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. General purpose trailers are the everyday choice for garden waste, tip runs, DIY materials and moving house.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Buy or hire the A Transporter (A4) if...
- you want one that is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross
One of the most common car trailers in Britain, bought by trade and private owners for moving road cars, project cars and small vans. The reason it sells is the spread of bed length and gross weight combinations, which lets you match the trailer to the tow car rather than the other way round.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brenderup 1150 and the Brian James A Transporter (A4)?
The Brian James A Transporter (A4) is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Brenderup 1150 is a general purpose trailer; the Brian James A Transporter (A4) is a open flatbed car transporter, twin axle.
Can I tow the Brenderup 1150 or the Brian James A Transporter (A4) 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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