Head to head
Brian James C4 vs Lider 29420
The Brian James C4 is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James C4 is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 | Lider 29420 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 750kg |
| Axles | Twin | 1 |
| Size | 2m x 4.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 140kg |
| Internal length | - | 178cm |
| Internal width | - | 167cm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James C4, Lider 29420. 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 1,850kg 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 29420 if...
Bought by motorcyclists and small bike dealers who want the lightest legal way to move one machine; its low unladen weight keeps it towable behind a small car and avoids the extra cost of a braked chassis.
Full 29420 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 and the Lider 29420?
The Brian James C4 is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer; the Lider 29420 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Can I tow the Brian James C4 or the Lider 29420 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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