Head to head
Brian James C4 Blue vs Tickners CP53
The Brian James C4 Blue is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 560kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James C4 Blue is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James C4 Blue weighs 560kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 Blue | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 695kg | 135kg |
| Bed length | 5.0m | - |
| Bed width | 2.0m | - |
| Payload | - | 365kg |
| Internal length | - | 1470mm |
| Internal width | - | 865mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James C4 Blue, Tickners CP53. 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 2.1 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 CP53 if...
- you want one that is 560kg lighter empty
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- Trailer Hire Solutions Ltd - Tunbridge Wells
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 Blue and the Tickners CP53?
The Brian James C4 Blue is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 560kg lighter empty. The Brian James C4 Blue is a twin-axle car transporter trailer; the Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which is lighter, the Brian James C4 Blue or the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53. It is 560kg lighter empty than the Brian James C4 Blue.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 Blue or the Tickners CP53 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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