Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Debon Roadster Platform
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,760kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Debon Roadster Platform is 490kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,760kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 490kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Debon Roadster Platform | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 750kg or 1300kg (two configurations) |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 280kg or 330kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 470kg or 970kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 3035mm |
| Internal width | - | 1785mm |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Debon Roadster Platform. 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 carries 1,760kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,250kg 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 Platform if...
- you want one that is 490kg lighter empty
A small tilting platform trailer used for garden clearance, tip runs and general haulage behind a car. Its gas-strut assisted tilt bed lets one person load without lifting a ramp into place.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Debon Roadster Platform?
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,760kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Debon Roadster Platform is 490kg 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 Debon Roadster Platform is a tilting platform trailer for garden and general haulage.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Debon Roadster Platform?
The Debon Roadster Platform. It is 490kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Debon Roadster Platform?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 1,760kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Debon Roadster Platform 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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