Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Indespension Daxara 158
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2,350kg heavier gross and carries 1,690kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2,350kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,690kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Indespension Daxara 158 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 650kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 540kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Size | - | 4'9" x 3'3" |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked, single axle |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Indespension Daxara 158. 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 2,350kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,690kg more
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 Daxara 158 if...
One of the most common small trailers on British drives: a compact lidded box sold through Indespension and its dealers, bought by campers, anglers and householders for holiday luggage, tip runs and garden waste. At 650kg gross it can be towed by almost any car with a towbar.
Full Daxara 158 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Indespension Daxara 158?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2,350kg heavier gross and carries 1,690kg more. 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 Daxara 158 is a unbraked single axle camping and leisure trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Indespension Daxara 158?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 1,690kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Indespension Daxara 158 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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