Head to head
Brian James C4 vs Ifor Williams BV105
The Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 | Ifor Williams BV105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2700kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin (dual) |
| Size | 2m x 4.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 735kg |
| Payload | - | 1965kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.00m |
| Internal width | - | 1.47m |
Sources: Brian James C4, Ifor Williams BV105. 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 BV105 if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A general enclosed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers who need to keep tools, bikes or stock dry and locked away rather than under a sheet. It sits below the BV125/BV106 in the range, so it suits loads that need weather protection but not extra width or gross weight.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 and the Ifor Williams BV105?
The Ifor Williams BV105 is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams BV105 is a an enclosed box van trailer on a 3.0m bed.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 or the Ifor Williams BV105 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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