Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams GX105
The Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.47m (5ft) longer and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GX105 is 95kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.47m (5ft) longer.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 95kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 300kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 205kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams GX105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 675kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2025kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | 3.03m x 1.57m |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams GX105. 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 1.47m (5ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 300kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 205kg 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 GX105 if...
- you want one that is 95kg lighter empty
A plant hire and groundworks trailer for skid-steers or mini excavators that need a longer bed than the GX84 but not the higher 3500kg gross weight of the GX105HD.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 1.47m (5ft) longer and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GX105 is 95kg 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 GX105 is a a mid-size plant trailer with a skid or ramp loading option.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Ifor Williams GX105. It is 95kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 205kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams GX105 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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