Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Cheval Liberte Hippomobile
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 145kg lighter empty and is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile weighs 145kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Cheval Liberte Hippomobile | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 915kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| External dimensions | - | 5,950 x 2,150 x 2,750mm |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,150 x 1,670 x 2,300mm |
| Carriage platform | - | 1,520 x 1,920mm |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Cheval Liberte Hippomobile. 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 145kg lighter empty
- 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 Hippomobile if...
A two-horse trailer with a front platform sized to carry a horse-drawn carriage, aimed at driving competitors rather than everyday riders. It lets one outfit move both horses and the carriage they pull in a single tow, which is why it turns up with carriage-driving yards rather than general livery use.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 145kg lighter empty and is rated 400kg heavier gross. 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 Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is a twin horse trailer with front carriage-carrying platform.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 145kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile 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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