Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams BV126
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 210kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 290kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 weighs 210kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV126 carries 290kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams BV126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 980kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2520kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | Twin (dual) |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.60m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams BV126. 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 210kg 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 BV126 if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 290kg more
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 210kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 290kg 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 Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 210kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV126.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126, by 290kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams BV126 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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