Head to head
Brian James C4 Transporter vs Brian James Tipper
The Brian James C4 Transporter is a car transporter trailer. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 Transporter | Brian James Tipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000-2600kg (range across C4 variants) | 2700kg / 3500kg |
| Axles | 2 | Twin or Tri |
| Deck length | 12ft 2in (3.7m) loading area, up to 16ft overall | - |
| Deck width | 5ft 10in - 6ft | - |
| Ramps | 8ft loading ramps included | - |
| Unladen weight | - | from 785kg |
| Payload | - | up to 2500kg |
| Internal width | - | 1.6m / 2.0m |
| Internal length | - | 3.1m to 4.0m |
Sources: Brian James C4 Transporter, Brian James Tipper. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C4 Transporter if...
A twin-axle trailer for moving a single car, van or small plant item, used by garages, racers and recovery firms. It is light enough for many family cars to tow while still carrying a saloon or hatchback on its own wheels.
Listed by
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- Derby Trailer Hire Limited - Derby
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 Transporter and the Brian James Tipper?
The Brian James C4 Transporter is a car transporter trailer; the Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 Transporter or the Brian James Tipper 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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