Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams HB610
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 680kg lighter empty and carries 180kg more. The Ifor Williams HB610 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB610 weighs 680kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB610 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 180kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams HB610 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 1450kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2050kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 4.25m |
| Internal width | - | 2.07m |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams HB610. 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 680kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 180kg 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 HB610 if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
Bought by owners with two large horses, up to 17.2hh, who need the widest and roomiest trailer Ifor Williams builds at 3500kg, rather than stepping up to a horsebox lorry.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams HB610?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 680kg lighter empty and carries 180kg more. The Ifor Williams HB610 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 HB610 is a ifor Williams' largest standard double horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams HB610?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 680kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB610.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams HB610?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 180kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams HB610 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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