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Brian James C4 Transporter vs Erde 102
The Brian James C4 Transporter is a car transporter trailer. The Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 Transporter | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000-2600kg (range across C4 variants) | 300kg |
| Deck length | 12ft 2in (3.7m) loading area, up to 16ft overall | - |
| Deck width | 5ft 10in - 6ft | - |
| Axles | 2 | - |
| Ramps | 8ft loading ramps included | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | - | 0.85m / 2'9" |
| Unladen weight | - | 55kg |
| Payload | - | 245kg |
Sources: Brian James C4 Transporter, Erde 102. 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 102 if...
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Listed by
- Worcester Trailer Hire - Worcester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 Transporter and the Erde 102?
The Brian James C4 Transporter is a car transporter trailer; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Can I tow the Brian James C4 Transporter or the Erde 102 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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