Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Brian James Race Transporter 7
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 carries 795kg more and is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 carries 795kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is 45cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Brian James Race Transporter 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | up to 2235kg |
| Internal width | 1650mm | 2.1m / 2.3m |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | - |
| Internal length | 3190mm | - |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 5.5m / 6.0m long |
| Axles | - | Twin or Tri |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Brian James Race Transporter 7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Deauville if...
Bateson's standard horsebox trailer, fitted with a saddle rack and cover as standard, for owners of one or two horses up to 17 hands. It is positioned as a simple alternative to the pricier continental horsebox brands.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 7 if...
- you want one that carries 795kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 45cm (1.5ft) wider inside
Sits at the top of the Race Transporter range for teams hauling larger or wider vehicles where the Race Transporter 6 is still not wide enough. The twin/tri-axle choice lets buyers trade a little unladen weight against stability at the widest bed option.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the Brian James Race Transporter 7?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 carries 795kg more and is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is a the largest Race Transporter, offered in twin or tri-axle form for heavier vehicles.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the Brian James Race Transporter 7?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7, by 795kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Brian James Race Transporter 7 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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