Head to head
Brian James Race Sport vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 972kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,428kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Sport weighs 972kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Sport carries 1,428kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Sport | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1070kg | 98kg |
| Payload | up to 1930kg | 502kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m / 5.0m / 5.5m long x 2.0m / 2.1m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal width | - | 0.99m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
Sources: Brian James Race Sport, Erde 143. 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 2.4 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,428kg 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 143 if...
- you want one that is 972kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Sport and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 972kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,428kg more. The Brian James Race Sport is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a fully punched steel deck; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Sport or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 972kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Sport.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Sport or the Erde 143?
The Brian James Race Sport, by 1,428kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Sport or the Erde 143 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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