Head to head
Brian James Race Sport vs Erde CH451
The Erde CH451 is 961kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,436kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Sport weighs 961kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Sport carries 1,436kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Sport | Erde CH451 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1070kg | 109kg |
| Payload | up to 1930kg | 494kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m / 5.0m / 5.5m long x 2.0m / 2.1m wide | 200 x 117cm |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Sport, Erde CH451. 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 1,436kg 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 CH451 if...
- you want one that is 961kg lighter empty
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Sport and the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451 is 961kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,436kg more. The Brian James Race Sport is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a fully punched steel deck; the Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Sport or the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451. It is 961kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Sport.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Sport or the Erde CH451?
The Brian James Race Sport, by 1,436kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Sport or the Erde CH451 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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