Head to head
Brian James Race Sport vs Ifor Williams P5
The Ifor Williams P5 is 929kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,571kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Sport weighs 929kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Sport carries 1,571kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Sport has a bed 2.97m (9.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Sport | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1070kg | 141kg |
| Payload | up to 1930kg | 359kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m / 5.0m / 5.5m long x 2.0m / 2.1m wide | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Race Sport, Ifor Williams P5. 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 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,571kg more
- you want one that has a bed 2.97m (9.5ft) longer
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 P5 if...
- you want one that is 929kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Sport and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5 is 929kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,571kg more. The Brian James Race Sport is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a fully punched steel deck; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Sport or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 929kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Sport.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Sport or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Brian James Race Sport, by 1,571kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Sport or the Ifor Williams P5 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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