Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Tickners CP53
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,865kg more and is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 635kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,865kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 635kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 135kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 365kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | 1 |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | - | 1470mm |
| Internal width | - | 865mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Tickners CP53. 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 carries 1,865kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.5 tonnes 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 CP53 if...
- you want one that is 635kg lighter empty
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Tickners CP53?
The Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,865kg more and is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 635kg lighter empty. 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 Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53. It is 635kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Tickners CP53?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 1,865kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Tickners CP53 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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