Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Ifor Williams Q Range
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 470kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 470kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Ifor Williams Q Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 1000kg (braked Q) |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 300kg (Q6b) |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.95m (Q6b) |
| Internal width | - | 1.22m (Q6b) |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Ifor Williams Q Range. 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 rated 2 tonnes heavier gross
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 Q Range if...
- you want one that is 470kg lighter empty
A compact trailer aimed at farm and domestic users who need something smaller and lighter than the General Duty range for routine loads around a smallholding or garden.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 470kg 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 Q Range is a compact general-purpose trailer for agricultural and domestic use, in braked (Q) and unbraked (Unbraked Q) versions.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Ifor Williams Q Range. It is 470kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Ifor Williams Q Range 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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