Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Maypole MP6812
The Maypole MP6812 is 707kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2.6 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,893kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 707kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2.6 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,893kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Maypole MP6812 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 400kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 63kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 337kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 120cm |
| Internal width | - | 92cm |
| Internal height | - | 35cm |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Maypole MP6812. 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 2.6 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,893kg 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 MP6812 if...
- you want one that is 707kg lighter empty
A step up from the MP6810 for buyers wanting slightly more load capacity for camping, leisure or light commercial use. The extra 15cm of length and 37kg of payload over the MP6810 is the difference between a boot-load and a small van-load, at a weight any car can still tow.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Maypole MP6812?
The Maypole MP6812 is 707kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2.6 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,893kg 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 Maypole MP6812 is a a small unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 400kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Maypole MP6812?
The Maypole MP6812. It is 707kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Maypole MP6812?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 1,893kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Maypole MP6812 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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