Head to head
Brian James C4 Transporter vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James C4 Transporter is a car transporter trailer. The Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 Transporter | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000-2600kg (range across C4 variants) | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Axles | 2 | Single or Twin |
| Deck length | 12ft 2in (3.7m) loading area, up to 16ft overall | - |
| Deck width | 5ft 10in - 6ft | - |
| Ramps | 8ft loading ramps included | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | - | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed | - | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
Sources: Brian James C4 Transporter, Woodford Widebody. 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 Widebody if...
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 Transporter and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James C4 Transporter is a car transporter trailer; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 Transporter or the Woodford Widebody 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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