Head to head
Brian James C4 Blue vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 597kg lighter empty. The Brian James C4 Blue is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James C4 Blue weighs 597kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James C4 Blue is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 Blue | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | 695kg | 98kg |
| Bed length | 5.0m | - |
| Bed width | 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal width | - | 0.99m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
| Payload | - | 502kg |
Sources: Brian James C4 Blue, Erde 143. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C4 Blue if...
- you want one that is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross
A twin-axle open car transporter built to carry one road or track car behind a family car or 4x4. Track-day drivers and small vehicle traders hire it for moving a single car without the cost of an enclosed trailer.
Full C4 Blue specifications →Buy or hire the 143 if...
- you want one that is 597kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 Blue and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 597kg lighter empty. The Brian James C4 Blue is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James C4 Blue is a twin-axle car transporter trailer; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which is lighter, the Brian James C4 Blue or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 597kg lighter empty than the Brian James C4 Blue.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 Blue or the Erde 143 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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