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Brian James A4 Transporter vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 480kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 20kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 480kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 20kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2250kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Internal width | - | 1850mm |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 480kg 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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 20kg more
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 480kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 20kg 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 M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 480kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 20kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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