Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Cheval Liberte Touring Country
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross and is 80kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Touring Country weighs 80kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Cheval Liberte Touring Country | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 850kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,310mm x 1,680mm x 2,310mm |
| Individual stall | - | 1,930mm x 830mm x 2,265mm |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Cheval Liberte Touring Country. 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
- you want one that is 80kg lighter empty
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 Touring Country if...
The most direct continental alternative to the Ifor Williams HB range. It is both larger inside and lighter unladen than the HB506, which is the trade-off worth understanding: more room per kilo, from aluminium and composite construction rather than steel.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Cheval Liberte Touring Country?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross and is 80kg 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 Cheval Liberte Touring Country is a two-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 80kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring Country.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country 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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