Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Graham Edwards GP85DB
The Graham Edwards GP85DB is 345kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross and carries 55kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 345kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 55kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Graham Edwards GP85DB | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2600kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 425kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2175kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | 8'2" x 5' |
| Axles | Twin axle | Tandem |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Graham Edwards GP85DB. 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 carries 55kg 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 GP85DB if...
- you want one that is 345kg lighter empty
A farm and smallholder trailer for loose or bagged loads, bales or livestock kit, built to Graham Edwards' tandem-axle braked general-purpose spec rather than the lighter single-axle unbraked version.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Graham Edwards GP85DB?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB is 345kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross and carries 55kg 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 Graham Edwards GP85DB is a a tandem-axle braked general-purpose dropside trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Graham Edwards GP85DB?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB. It is 345kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Graham Edwards GP85DB?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 55kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Graham Edwards GP85DB 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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