Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,005kg more and is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,005kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 5kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 775kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 1225kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams HBE506. 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 carries 1,005kg more
- you want one that is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 5kg lighter empty
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 HBE506 if...
Aimed at owners who want HB506-sized space for two horses or ponies but need a lower gross weight to stay within a smaller car's towing limit.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,005kg more and is rated 1 tonnes 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 HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 5kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 1,005kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams HBE506 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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