Head to head
Brian James A-Max 305 vs Tickners GB855
The Brian James A-Max 305 carries 685kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James A-Max 305 carries 685kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A-Max 305 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 305 | Tickners GB855 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 1800kg |
| Payload | 2035kg | 1350kg |
| Internal bed | 4.3m x 1.96m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 450kg |
| Internal length | - | 2430mm |
| Internal width | - | 1455mm |
| Internal height | - | 1470mm |
| Axles | - | 2 |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 305, Tickners GB855. 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 685kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg 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 GB855 if...
Aimed at tradespeople and small businesses needing a bigger payload box trailer for stock, tools or equipment. Braked and twin-axled at 1800kg gross, it carries 1350kg - about three times an unbraked box trailer - so it suits a working week rather than an occasional tip run.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A-Max 305 and the Tickners GB855?
The Brian James A-Max 305 carries 685kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James A-Max 305 is a a longer, higher-capacity version of the A-Max flatbed car trailer; the Tickners GB855 is a a braked twin-axle box trailer from Tickners' GB range, rated at 1800kg gross weight..
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Tickners GB855?
The Brian James A-Max 305, by 685kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Tickners GB855 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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