Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams CT136
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams CT136 is 370kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 370kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams CT136 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,000kg twin axle / 2,600kg CT136HD |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 400kg single axle / 495kg twin axle |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Bed | - | 4.00m x 1.84m |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams CT136. 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 1.6 tonnes heavier gross
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 CT136 if...
- you want one that is 370kg lighter empty
The accessible end of car transport, for towing a road car, a track-day car or a small classic. Motorsport and classic-car owners tend toward the twin-axle and HD versions for the higher gross weight and the tie-down provision.
Full CT136 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams CT136?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams CT136 is 370kg lighter empty. 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 CT136 is a flatbed car transporter, single or twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams CT136?
The Ifor Williams CT136. It is 370kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams CT136 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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