Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams Eventa L
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 1,182kg lighter empty and carries 682kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L weighs 1,182kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 682kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams Eventa L | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 1952kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 1548kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 5.22m |
| Internal width | - | 2.21m |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams Eventa L. 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 1,182kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 682kg more
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 Eventa L if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
For owners who compete away from home and want to sleep or change in the trailer rather than tow a separate caravan, combining a two-horse area with a fitted living/changing section. It sits at the entry point of Ifor Williams' living-away range, below the larger Eventa M.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 1,182kg lighter empty and carries 682kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 500kg heavier gross. 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 Eventa L is a a two-horse living-away horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 1,182kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams Eventa L.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 682kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams Eventa L 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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