Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Meredith & Eyre MEF27146
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | - |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal frame dimensions | - | 4290 x 1990mm |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Meredith & Eyre MEF27146. 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 300kg heavier gross
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 MEF27146 if...
A general purpose flatbed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers carrying palletised or bulky goods, sized in Meredith & Eyre's 20-series range above its smaller 16-series flatbeds.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 300kg 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 Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 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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