Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams LM167
The Ifor Williams LM167 carries 425kg more and is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Brian James A4 Transporter is 75kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM167 carries 425kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM167 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM167 weighs 75kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams LM167 has a bed 27cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams LM167 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 845kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2655kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | 4.77m x 2.25m |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams LM167. 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 75kg 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 LM167 if...
- you want one that carries 425kg more
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 27cm longer
For operators carrying wide loads such as pallets in double rows or plant machinery, taking the LM166's length and adding the range's 2.25m wide-bed option.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Ifor Williams LM167 carries 425kg more and is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Brian James A4 Transporter is 75kg 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 LM167 is a a long, wide flatbed trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 75kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM167.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Ifor Williams LM167, by 425kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams LM167 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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