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Brian James Hi Max 200 vs Erde 143

The Brian James Hi Max 200 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Hi Max 200
Brian James Hi Max 200 - image: Barwell Trailer Hire
Erde 143
Erde 143 - image: westerntowing.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Hi Max 200Erde 143
Gross weight3500Kg600kg
Bed size5.0m (16ft5') x 1.95 (6ft5')-
Load2760Kg-
AxlesTandem-
Internal length-1.44m
Internal width-0.99m
Internal height-0.40m
Unladen weight-98kg
Payload-502kg

Sources: Brian James Hi Max 200, Erde 143. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Hi Max 200 if...

  • you want one that is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross

Brian James Hi Max 200, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. 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.

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Full Hi Max 200 specifications →

Buy or hire the 143 if...

The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.

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Full 143 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Hi Max 200 and the Erde 143?

The Brian James Hi Max 200 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Hi Max 200 is a car transporter trailer; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..

Can I tow the Brian James Hi Max 200 or the Erde 143 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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