Head to head
Brian James C4 vs Erde CH451
The Brian James C4 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James C4 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 | Erde CH451 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 600kg |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Size | 2m x 4.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 109kg |
| Payload | - | 494kg |
| Internal bed | - | 200 x 117cm |
Sources: Brian James C4, Erde CH451. 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 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 CH451 if...
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 and the Erde CH451?
The Brian James C4 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer; the Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight..
Can I tow the Brian James C4 or the Erde CH451 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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