Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Nugent T3718H
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 290kg lighter empty. The Nugent T3718H is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Nugent T3718H weighs 290kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Nugent T3718H is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Nugent T3718H | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3,500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 1,060kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal LxW | - | 3,630 x 1,800 (mm) |
| Bed height | - | 700 mm |
| Tyres | - | 185/70R13 |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Nugent T3718H. 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 290kg 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 T3718H if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
A twin axle tipper for groundworks, landscaping and farm use where loads of spoil, aggregate or waste need tipping out. The figures below are from the maker's own page.
Full T3718H specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Nugent T3718H?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 290kg lighter empty. The Nugent T3718H is rated 500kg 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 Nugent T3718H is a 12 ft x 6 ft twin axle 3.5 tonne tipping trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Nugent T3718H?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 290kg lighter empty than the Nugent T3718H.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Nugent T3718H 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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