Head to head
Brian James Race Sport vs Erde 102
The Erde 102 is 1,015kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.7 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,685kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Sport weighs 1,015kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.7 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Sport carries 1,685kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Sport | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1070kg | 55kg |
| Payload | up to 1930kg | 245kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m / 5.0m / 5.5m long x 2.0m / 2.1m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | - | 0.85m / 2'9" |
Sources: Brian James Race Sport, Erde 102. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Sport if...
- you want one that is rated 2.7 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,685kg more
A step up from the basic A Transporter range for racers and dealers who tie cars down often and want a punched deck for extra restraint options. It sits below the Race Transporter range on price while still covering most single-car trailering needs.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the 102 if...
- you want one that is 1,015kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Full 102 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Sport and the Erde 102?
The Erde 102 is 1,015kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.7 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,685kg more. The Brian James Race Sport is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a fully punched steel deck; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Sport or the Erde 102?
The Erde 102. It is 1,015kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Sport.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Sport or the Erde 102?
The Brian James Race Sport, by 1,685kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Sport or the Erde 102 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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