Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs HM Trailers DC20
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 HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | HM Trailers DC20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | Twin axle | 2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheels |
| Gross weight | 3000kg | - |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | - |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Capacity | - | 12 cubic metres |
| Body length | - | 5200mm (17ft) |
| Width | - | 2550mm (8ft 4in) |
| Overall length | - | 7284mm (23ft) |
| Max tipped height | - | 6210mm (20ft 4in) |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, HM Trailers DC20. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
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 DC20 if...
A dump trailer for hauling muck, aggregate or waste on a construction site, built to tip clear over a high-sided skip or wagon. Its round-axle running gear and reinforced chassis suit off-road site use rather than road haulage.
Listed by
- H M Trailers - Ongar, Fyfield
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the HM Trailers DC20?
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 HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.
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