Head to head
Brian James A-Max 305 vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James A-Max 305 carries 1,095kg more and is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James A-Max 305 carries 1,095kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A-Max 305 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James A-Max 305 has a bed 1.86m (6ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A-Max 305 | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Payload | 2035kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed | 4.3m x 1.96m | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Unladen weight | - | 330kg to 694kg |
| Axles | - | Single or Twin |
Sources: Brian James A-Max 305, Woodford Widebody. 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 1,095kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 1.86m (6ft) longer
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 Widebody if...
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A-Max 305 and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James A-Max 305 carries 1,095kg more and is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James A-Max 305 is a a longer, higher-capacity version of the A-Max flatbed car trailer; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which carries more, the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James A-Max 305, by 1,095kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A-Max 305 or the Woodford Widebody 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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