Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams HBX506
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 495kg more and is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 495kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 400kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBX506 weighs 95kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams HBX506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2600kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 865kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 1735kg |
| 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 HBX506. 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 495kg more
- you want one that is rated 400kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 95kg 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 HBX506 if...
A mid-size horsebox for owners moving one or two horses who want the updated HBX styling and features rather than the standard HB range trailer.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams HBX506?
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 495kg more and is rated 400kg 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 HBX506 is a a double horsebox trailer from Ifor Williams' HBX range.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams HBX506?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 95kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBX506.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams HBX506?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 495kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams HBX506 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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