Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Tickners GB855
The Tickners GB855 is 320kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 880kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 320kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 880kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Tickners GB855 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 1800kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 450kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 1350kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | 2 |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | - | 2430mm |
| Internal width | - | 1455mm |
| Internal height | - | 1470mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Tickners GB855. 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 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 880kg 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 GB855 if...
- you want one that is 320kg lighter empty
Aimed at tradespeople and small businesses needing a bigger payload box trailer for stock, tools or equipment. Braked and twin-axled at 1800kg gross, it carries 1350kg - about three times an unbraked box trailer - so it suits a working week rather than an occasional tip run.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Tickners GB855?
The Tickners GB855 is 320kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 880kg 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 Tickners GB855 is a a braked twin-axle box trailer from Tickners' GB range, rated at 1800kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Tickners GB855?
The Tickners GB855. It is 320kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Tickners GB855?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 880kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Tickners GB855 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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