Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams GH146
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 140kg lighter empty and has a bed 22cm longer. The Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 360kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 weighs 140kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GH146 carries 360kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 22cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams GH146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 910kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2590kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | 4.285m x 1.84m |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams GH146. 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 140kg lighter empty
- you want one that has a bed 22cm longer
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 GH146 if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 360kg more
Aimed at plant hire operators who need the longest bed in the GH range for larger excavators or two smaller machines, with a tri-axle chassis to keep payload up within the 3500kg limit.
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 GH146?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 140kg lighter empty and has a bed 22cm longer. The Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 360kg 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 GH146 is a a tri-axle long-bed plant trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams GH146?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 140kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GH146.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams GH146?
The Ifor Williams GH146, by 360kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams GH146 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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