Head to head
Brian James C4 vs Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ
The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 | Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3,000kg |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Size | 2m x 4.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Payload | - | 2,020kg |
| Overall dimensions | - | 7.15m x 2.48m x 2.40m |
| Bed length | - | 4.88m |
Sources: Brian James C4, Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C4 if...
Brian James C4, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Buy or hire the Velocity iQ if...
- you want one that is rated 400kg heavier gross
An enclosed trailer that keeps a car dry and out of sight in transit, built on Eco-Trailer's own chassis. Motorsport teams and car traders hire it to move a vehicle without exposing it to weather or attention on the road.
Listed by
- OK Racing Trailer Hire - Hertfordshire
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 and the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ?
The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer; the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is a enclosed car transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 or the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ 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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