Head to head
Brian James C Transporter vs Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ
The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C Transporter | Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,500kg | 3,000kg |
| Bed length | 3.20m | 4.88m |
| Load capacity | 1,010kg | - |
| Bed width | 1.80m | - |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Payload | - | 2,020kg |
| Overall dimensions | - | 7.15m x 2.48m x 2.40m |
Sources: Brian James C Transporter, Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C Transporter if...
Brian James's entry-level open car transporter, a single-axle trailer that a family car can tow. Its 1,010kg load capacity suits a small classic car, track-day hatchback or ride-on mower rather than a modern SUV or performance car.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Velocity iQ if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
An enclosed trailer that keeps a car dry and out of sight in transit, built on Eco-Trailer's own chassis. Motorsport teams and car traders hire it to move a vehicle without exposing it to weather or attention on the road.
Listed by
- OK Racing Trailer Hire - Hertfordshire
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C Transporter and the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ?
The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James C Transporter is a single axle open car transporter trailer; the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is a enclosed car transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James C Transporter or the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ 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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