Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Brian James T Transporter
The Brian James T Transporter is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 300kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James T Transporter is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James T Transporter carries 300kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James T Transporter has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Brian James T Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2530kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | 5.0m x 2.1m |
| Axles | Twin axle | Twin (12in steel rims) |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | - |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Brian James T Transporter. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
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 T Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 300kg more
- you want one that has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer
A mid-range open transporter for dealers and recovery firms who want a manual tilt-bed rather than the hydraulic-tilt Race Transporter range at a lower cost. Its 5.0m x 2.1m bed suits most single road cars and small vans.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- 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 T Transporter?
The Brian James T Transporter is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 300kg 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 T Transporter is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a manual hydraulic tilt-bed.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Brian James T Transporter?
The Brian James T Transporter, by 300kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Brian James T Transporter 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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