Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Brian James C4 Blue
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 Blue is 75kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 75kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Brian James C4 Blue | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 695kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Bed length | - | 5.0m |
| Bed width | - | 2.0m |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Brian James C4 Blue. 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 is rated 400kg 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 C4 Blue if...
- you want one that is 75kg lighter empty
A twin-axle open car transporter built to carry one road or track car behind a family car or 4x4. Track-day drivers and small vehicle traders hire it for moving a single car without the cost of an enclosed trailer.
Full C4 Blue specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Brian James C4 Blue?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 Blue is 75kg lighter empty. 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 C4 Blue is a twin-axle car transporter trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Brian James C4 Blue?
The Brian James C4 Blue. It is 75kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Brian James C4 Blue 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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