Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Indespension AD2800SPLED
The Indespension AD2800SPLED carries 510kg more and is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Indespension AD2800SPLED carries 510kg more.
- Gross weight: the Indespension AD2800SPLED is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 10kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Indespension AD2800SPLED | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 760kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2740kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal size | - | 3.05 x 1.80 |
| Bed height | - | 456mm |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Indespension AD2800SPLED. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
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 AD2800SPLED if...
- you want one that carries 510kg more
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 10kg lighter empty
A galvanised plant trailer with a spring assisted ramp tail for mini diggers and scissor lifts. Suits builders, plant hire depots and landscapers.
Full AD2800SPLED specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Indespension AD2800SPLED?
The Indespension AD2800SPLED carries 510kg more and 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 Indespension AD2800SPLED is a 10 ft 1 in x 5 ft 11 in 3.5 tonne plant trailer with spring assisted ramp tail.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Indespension AD2800SPLED?
The Indespension AD2800SPLED. It is 10kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Indespension AD2800SPLED?
The Indespension AD2800SPLED, by 510kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Indespension AD2800SPLED 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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