Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams GH Plant with DigaDoc
The Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.71m (5.5ft) longer and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GH Plant with DigaDoc is 161kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.71m (5.5ft) longer.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 161kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams GH Plant with DigaDoc | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 609kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | 2.79m x 1.31m |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams GH Plant with DigaDoc. 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 1.71m (5.5ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 300kg 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 GH Plant with DigaDoc if...
- you want one that is 161kg lighter empty
Bought by plant hire and groundworks firms that need to prove what left the yard and where it went, since DigaDoc records load movements electronically on top of the standard GH plant trailer chassis. It is the same GH94 base trailer as the plain GH94, with the tracking hardware added.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams GH Plant with DigaDoc?
The Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.71m (5.5ft) longer and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GH Plant with DigaDoc is 161kg 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 GH Plant with DigaDoc is a a plant trailer fitted with the manufacturer's DigaDoc load-tracking system.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams GH Plant with DigaDoc?
The Ifor Williams GH Plant with DigaDoc. It is 161kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams GH Plant with DigaDoc 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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