Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Humbaur HTK
The Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.36m (4.5ft) longer. The Humbaur HTK is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 320kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.36m (4.5ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the Humbaur HTK is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Humbaur HTK carries 320kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Humbaur HTK | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2550kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | 3.14m x 1.75m |
| Axles | Twin axle | Twin |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Humbaur HTK. 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 has a bed 1.36m (4.5ft) longer
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 HTK if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 320kg more
A heavy-duty three-way tipper for builders' merchants and groundworkers who need to tip to either side as well as the rear. The wide model line (2000kg to 3500kg gross) lets buyers pick a size without moving to a different range.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Humbaur HTK?
The Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.36m (4.5ft) longer. The Humbaur HTK is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 320kg 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 Humbaur HTK is a a tandem-axle three-way tipping trailer for construction and agricultural use.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Humbaur HTK?
The Humbaur HTK, by 320kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Humbaur HTK 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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