Head to head
Brian James C4 vs M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Brian James C4 is rated 600kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James C4 is rated 600kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 | M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2000kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin |
| Size | 2m x 4.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 550kg |
| Payload | - | 1450kg |
| Internal length | - | 2450mm |
| Internal width | - | 1280mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James C4, M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer. 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 600kg 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 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
A step up in payload and stability over the single-axle 8x4 for small building and agricultural contractors, with braked twin axles for safer towing at higher gross weights.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C4 and the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James C4 is rated 600kg heavier gross. The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer; the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8.2ft x 4.2ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James C4 or the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer 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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