Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Maypole MP6819
The Maypole MP6819 is 650kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2,501kg heavier gross and carries 1,851kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 650kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2,501kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,851kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Maypole MP6819 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 499kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 120kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 379kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 186cm |
| Internal width | - | 116cm |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Maypole MP6819. 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 2,501kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,851kg 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 MP6819 if...
- you want one that is 650kg lighter empty
The longest trailer in Maypole's general purpose range here, for buyers needing extra bed length for bulkier loads such as garden waste or flat-pack furniture.
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 MP6819?
The Maypole MP6819 is 650kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2,501kg heavier gross and carries 1,851kg 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 MP6819 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Maypole MP6819?
The Maypole MP6819. It is 650kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Maypole MP6819?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 1,851kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Maypole MP6819 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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