Head to head
Brian James C4 vs Humbaur HTK
The Humbaur HTK is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Humbaur HTK is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 | Humbaur HTK | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin |
| Size | 2m x 4.5m loading area | - |
| Payload | - | 2550kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.14m x 1.75m |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James C4, Humbaur HTK. 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
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the HTK if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
A heavy-duty three-way tipper for builders' merchants and groundworkers who need to tip to either side as well as the rear. The wide model line (2000kg to 3500kg gross) lets buyers pick a size without moving to a different range.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 and the Humbaur HTK?
The Humbaur HTK is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer; the Humbaur HTK is a a tandem-axle three-way tipping trailer for construction and agricultural use.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 or the Humbaur HTK 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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