Head to head
Brian James C4 vs Erde 102
The Brian James C4 is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James C4 is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 300kg |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Size | 2m x 4.5m loading area | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | - | 0.85m / 2'9" |
| Unladen weight | - | 55kg |
| Payload | - | 245kg |
Sources: Brian James C4, Erde 102. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C4 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross
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
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
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.
Full 102 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 and the Erde 102?
The Brian James C4 is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James C4 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 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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