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Brian James Box Van 600 vs Brian James Race Transporter 6

The Brian James Race Transporter 6 has a bed 2.5m (8ft) longer and is rated 800kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Box Van 600
Brian James Box Van 600 - image: Ayrshire Trailers
Brian James Race Transporter 6
Brian James Race Transporter 6 - image: Racecarsdirect

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Box Van 600Brian James Race Transporter 6
Gross weight2700kg3500kg
Payload1829kgup to 2060kg
Internal bed3.0m x 1.6m5.5m / 6.0m / 6.5m long
AxlesTwin (12in wheels)Tri-axle
Unladen weight-from 1440kg
Internal width-2.13m / 2.35m

Sources: Brian James Box Van 600, Brian James Race Transporter 6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Box Van 600 if...

Bought by tradespeople and small delivery operators who need goods kept dry and out of sight rather than carried on an open flatbed. Its 2700kg rating keeps it inside the range towable by many car-derived vans.

Full Box Van 600 specifications →

Buy or hire the Race Transporter 6 if...

  • you want one that has a bed 2.5m (8ft) longer
  • you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
  • you want one that carries 231kg more

Chosen by professional race and recovery outfits carrying wider GT or modified cars that need the extra internal width over the Race Transporter 4 and 5. The tri-axle chassis and electric tilt-bed suit frequent, heavier-duty use.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Box Van 600 and the Brian James Race Transporter 6?

The Brian James Race Transporter 6 has a bed 2.5m (8ft) longer and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Box Van 600 is a a small enclosed twin-axle box van trailer; the Brian James Race Transporter 6 is a a tri-axle electric tilt-bed car transporter for heavier or wider vehicles.

Which carries more, the Brian James Box Van 600 or the Brian James Race Transporter 6?

The Brian James Race Transporter 6, by 231kg.

Can I tow the Brian James Box Van 600 or the Brian James Race Transporter 6 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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