Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams CT177
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 465kg more and is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Brian James A4 Transporter is 35kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT177 carries 465kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 weighs 35kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams CT177 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 805kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | approx. 2695kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Overall length | - | 6.70m / 22'0" |
| Bed | - | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams CT177. 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 35kg 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 CT177 if...
- you want one that carries 465kg more
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
The CT177 is built to be wide enough for most light commercial vehicles while remaining narrow enough for smaller cars, making it a common choice for vehicle recovery firms and the motor trade. Its long bed and 3500kg GVW keep it within standard car-licence towing limits for a single vehicle plus ramps.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams CT177?
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 465kg more and is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Brian James A4 Transporter is 35kg 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 CT177 is a a twin-axle car transporter trailer with a long, narrow bed for single-vehicle recovery and trade use..
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams CT177?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 35kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT177.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams CT177?
The Ifor Williams CT177, by 465kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams CT177 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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