Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Debon Roadster C500
The Debon Roadster C500 is 145kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 145kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Debon Roadster C500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 625kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,130mm x 1,640mm x 2,010mm |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Debon Roadster C500. 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 Roadster C500 if...
- you want one that is 145kg lighter empty
A popular enclosed box trailer with market traders, mobile caterers and tradespeople who need secure, weatherproof storage in transit. The side-opening hatch version is the one most buyers want, because it allows quick access without swinging the rear doors open.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Debon Roadster C500?
The Debon Roadster C500 is 145kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter 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 Debon Roadster C500 is a enclosed box van trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Debon Roadster C500?
The Debon Roadster C500. It is 145kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Debon Roadster C500 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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