Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams GX84
The Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 2.05m (6.5ft) longer and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GX84 is 230kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 2.05m (6.5ft) longer.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 230kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 300kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 70kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams GX84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 540kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2160kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | 2.45m x 1.27m |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams GX84. 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 2.05m (6.5ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 300kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 70kg 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 GX84 if...
- you want one that is 230kg lighter empty
An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Corwen Trailer Centre - Corwen
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Brian James A4 Transporter has a bed 2.05m (6.5ft) longer and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GX84 is 230kg 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 GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams GX84. It is 230kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 70kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams GX84 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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