Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Brian James Box Van 600
The Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.5m (5ft) longer and carries 401kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.5m (5ft) longer.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 401kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Brian James Box Van 600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 1829kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | 3.0m x 1.6m |
| Axles | Twin axle | Twin (12in wheels) |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | - |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Brian James Box Van 600. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
- you want one that has a bed 1.5m (5ft) longer
- you want one that carries 401kg more
- you want one that is rated 300kg 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
Buy or hire the Box Van 600 if...
Bought by tradespeople and small delivery operators who need goods kept dry and out of sight rather than carried on an open flatbed. Its 2700kg rating keeps it inside the range towable by many car-derived vans.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Brian James Box Van 600?
The Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.5m (5ft) longer and carries 401kg more. 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.; the Brian James Box Van 600 is a a small enclosed twin-axle box van trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Brian James Box Van 600?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 401kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Brian James Box Van 600 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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