Head to head
Brian James C4 Blue vs Lider Alicante
The Lider Alicante is 559kg 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 559kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James C4 Blue is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 Blue | Lider Alicante | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 695kg | 136kg |
| Bed length | 5.0m | - |
| Bed width | 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | - | 150cm |
| Internal width | - | 100cm |
| Internal height | - | 39cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James C4 Blue, Lider Alicante. 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 Alicante if...
- you want one that is 559kg lighter empty
A low-cost, lightweight trailer for campers and DIY users who want an occasional-use box trailer that any car can tow. At 136kg unladen it is light enough to move by hand around a drive, and the lift-off lid means it can be loaded from any side rather than over a tailgate.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 Blue and the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante is 559kg 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 Alicante is a a small unbraked single-axle camping and general purpose trailer with a lift-off lid..
Which is lighter, the Brian James C4 Blue or the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante. It is 559kg lighter empty than the Brian James C4 Blue.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 Blue or the Lider Alicante 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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