Head to head
Brian James C4 vs HM Trailers DC20
The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer. The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 | HM Trailers DC20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | Twin | 2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheels |
| Gross weight | 2600kg | - |
| Size | 2m x 4.5m loading area | - |
| Capacity | - | 12 cubic metres |
| Body length | - | 5200mm (17ft) |
| Width | - | 2550mm (8ft 4in) |
| Overall length | - | 7284mm (23ft) |
| Max tipped height | - | 6210mm (20ft 4in) |
Sources: Brian James C4, HM Trailers DC20. 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 DC20 if...
A dump trailer for hauling muck, aggregate or waste on a construction site, built to tip clear over a high-sided skip or wagon. Its round-axle running gear and reinforced chassis suit off-road site use rather than road haulage.
Listed by
- H M Trailers - Ongar, Fyfield
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 and the HM Trailers DC20?
The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer; the HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.
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