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Brian James Race Sport vs Ifor Williams HB610

The Brian James Race Sport is 380kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB610 is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 120kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Race Sport
Brian James Race Sport
Ifor Williams HB610
Ifor Williams HB610 - image: Universal Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Race SportIfor Williams HB610
Gross weight3000kg3500kg
Unladen weightfrom 1070kg1450kg
Payloadup to 1930kg2050kg
Internal bed4.5m / 5.0m / 5.5m long x 2.0m / 2.1m wide-
AxlesTwin-
Internal length-4.25m
Internal width-2.07m

Sources: Brian James Race Sport, Ifor Williams HB610. 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 380kg lighter empty

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.

Full Race Sport specifications →

Buy or hire the HB610 if...

  • you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
  • you want one that carries 120kg more

Bought by owners with two large horses, up to 17.2hh, who need the widest and roomiest trailer Ifor Williams builds at 3500kg, rather than stepping up to a horsebox lorry.

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Full HB610 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Race Sport and the Ifor Williams HB610?

The Brian James Race Sport is 380kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB610 is rated 500kg heavier gross and carries 120kg more. The Brian James Race Sport is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a fully punched steel deck; the Ifor Williams HB610 is a ifor Williams' largest standard double horsebox trailer.

Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Sport or the Ifor Williams HB610?

The Brian James Race Sport. It is 380kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB610.

Which carries more, the Brian James Race Sport or the Ifor Williams HB610?

The Ifor Williams HB610, by 120kg.

Can I tow the Brian James Race Sport or the Ifor Williams HB610 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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