Head to head
Brian James C4 Blue vs Lider 29420
The Lider 29420 is 555kg lighter empty. The Brian James C4 Blue is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James C4 Blue weighs 555kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James C4 Blue is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 Blue | Lider 29420 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 695kg | 140kg |
| Bed length | 5.0m | - |
| Bed width | 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | - | 178cm |
| Internal width | - | 167cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James C4 Blue, Lider 29420. 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 1,850kg 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 29420 if...
- you want one that is 555kg lighter empty
Bought by motorcyclists and small bike dealers who want the lightest legal way to move one machine; its low unladen weight keeps it towable behind a small car and avoids the extra cost of a braked chassis.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 Blue and the Lider 29420?
The Lider 29420 is 555kg lighter empty. The Brian James C4 Blue is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 Blue is a twin-axle car transporter trailer; the Lider 29420 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Brian James C4 Blue or the Lider 29420?
The Lider 29420. It is 555kg lighter empty than the Brian James C4 Blue.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 Blue or the Lider 29420 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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