Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Erde 193
The Erde 193 is 610kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,640kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 610kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,640kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Erde 193 | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 160kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 590kg |
| Gross weight | 3000kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 185cm |
| Internal width | - | 115cm |
| Internal height | - | 40cm |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Erde 193. 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 1,640kg more
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 193 if...
- you want one that is 610kg lighter empty
One of Erde's most popular sizes, used by campers and tradespeople who want a well-known, widely-serviced trailer with a decent load bed.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Erde 193?
The Erde 193 is 610kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,640kg more. 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 Erde 193 is a an unbraked single-axle camping and leisure trailer..
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Erde 193?
The Erde 193. It is 610kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Erde 193?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 1,640kg.
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