Head to head
Brenderup 1150 vs Brian James A4 Transporter
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brenderup 1150 | Brian James A4 Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 600kg | 3000kg |
| Load | 500kg | - |
| Internal dimensions | 144x94x35 cm | - |
| External dimensions | 239x137x84 cm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 770kg |
| Payload | - | 2230kg |
| Internal bed | - | 4.5m x 2.0m |
| Axles | - | Twin axle |
Sources: Brenderup 1150, Brian James A4 Transporter. 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 A4 Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross
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 simple 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.
Listed by
- Compass Trailers - Lewes, Ringmer
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brenderup 1150 and the Brian James A4 Transporter?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Brenderup 1150 is a general purpose trailer; the Brian James A4 Transporter is a twin-axle open car transporter trailer from Brian James' A Transporter range, built for towing one car on a 4.5m bed..
Can I tow the Brenderup 1150 or the Brian James A4 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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