Head to head
Brian James Race Box vs M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Brian James Race Box is 95cm (3ft) longer inside and is 43cm (1.5ft) wider inside. The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 195kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Internal length: the Brian James Race Box is 95cm (3ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Box is 43cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Box is rated 300kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 195kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Box | M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | up to 1885kg | 2080kg |
| Internal width | 1.95m | 1524mm |
| Internal length | 4.0m / 4.5m / 5.0m | 3048mm |
| Axles | Twin | Twin |
| Unladen weight | - | 620kg |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James Race Box, M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Box if...
- you want one that is 95cm (3ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 43cm (1.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is rated 300kg heavier gross
Positioned for classic car owners and smaller motorsport teams who want their car fully enclosed and weatherproof but do not need the wider bed of the Race Sport or Race Transporter ranges. The narrower internal width suits a single classic or compact race car rather than a modern GT car.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that carries 195kg more
The longest of M-Tec's standard twin-axle box trailers, aimed at contractors and farmers hauling longer loads such as fencing materials, machinery or multiple pallets in one trip.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Box and the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Race Box is 95cm (3ft) longer inside and is 43cm (1.5ft) wider inside. The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 195kg more. The Brian James Race Box is a a fully enclosed twin-axle car transporter for classics and small race cars; the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 10ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Box or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer, by 195kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Box or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft 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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