Head to head
Brian James A-Max 305 vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Brian James A-Max 305 carries 1,565kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James A-Max 305 carries 1,565kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A-Max 305 is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 305 | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2035kg | 470kg |
| Internal bed | 4.3m x 1.96m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 280kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 305, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A-Max 305 if...
- you want one that carries 1,565kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,850kg heavier gross
Suits owners of larger saloons or estate cars who have outgrown the shorter A-Max 210 but do not need a full car-transporter range trailer. The extra bed length and payload give more margin for a heavier road car.
Listed by
- A47 Barwell Trailers Sales Hire Service Ltd - Leicester, Barwell
Buy or hire the 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A-Max 305 and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James A-Max 305 carries 1,565kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Brian James A-Max 305 is a a longer, higher-capacity version of the A-Max flatbed car trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 305 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James A-Max 305, by 1,565kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 305 or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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