Head to head
Brian James Race Box vs Nugent Q1710
The Brian James Race Box carries 1,678kg more and is rated 2,640kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Race Box carries 1,678kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Box is rated 2,640kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Box | Nugent Q1710 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 360kg |
| Payload | up to 1885kg | 207kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single |
| Internal width | 1.95m | - |
| Internal length | 4.0m / 4.5m / 5.0m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 153kg |
| Internal bed | - | 1700mm x 1010mm |
Sources: Brian James Race Box, Nugent Q1710. 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 carries 1,678kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,640kg 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 Q1710 if...
A light trailer for farmers and smallholders who need to move a quad bike, feed or small tools around the yard behind an ATV or small vehicle rather than a car.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Box and the Nugent Q1710?
The Brian James Race Box carries 1,678kg more and is rated 2,640kg heavier gross. The Brian James Race Box is a a fully enclosed twin-axle car transporter for classics and small race cars; the Nugent Q1710 is a a small single-axle trailer for quad bikes and ATVs.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Box or the Nugent Q1710?
The Brian James Race Box, by 1,678kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Box or the Nugent Q1710 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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