Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 2,330kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg weighs 2,330kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 4500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 3100kg (dependent on final specification) |
| Axles | Twin axle | 2 (front axle load 2100kg, rear axle load 2400kg) |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Length | - | 8.00m (overall) |
| Width | - | 2.22m (overall) |
| Height | - | 2.92m (overall) |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg. 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 2,330kg 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 Victory Five Seats 4500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
The Victory Five Seats suits owners who regularly travel with extra passengers, such as a family or a small support team, since its rear bench converts into a double bed or two bunks for overnight trips. Equi-Trek positions it within its Victory range for riders moving up from a trailer to a small coachbuilt box.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 2,330kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg is rated 1.5 tonnes 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 Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg is a equi-Trek's five-seat Victory horsebox, a two-stall coachbuilt box on a 4.5 tonne chassis with rear bench seating that converts into sleeping space..
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 2,330kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg on a car licence?
Equi-Trek Victory Five Seats 4500kg is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.
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