Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 4 vs Equi-Trek Day-Treka
The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Day-Treka is 85kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 4 weighs 85kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 4 | Equi-Trek Day-Treka | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg (2500kg/3000kg upgrades available) |
| Unladen weight | from 1180kg | 1095kg |
| Axles | Twin | 2 |
| Payload | up to 2320kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked (four fully braked wheels) |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 4, Equi-Trek Day-Treka. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 4 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
Aimed at motorsport teams and vehicle recovery operators who need a hydraulic tilt-bed for easy low loading of a single car. It is the entry point into the numbered Race Transporter range, below the 5, 6 and 7.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the Day-Treka if...
- you want one that is 85kg lighter empty
A day-use trailer with a separate tack/changing area but no overnight living space, sold as the lighter sibling to the Night-Treka. It suits competitors who want a private changing area without paying for sleeping accommodation.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 4 and the Equi-Trek Day-Treka?
The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Equi-Trek Day-Treka is 85kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter; the Equi-Trek Day-Treka is a 2-horse trailer with a self-contained changing/tack area.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 4 or the Equi-Trek Day-Treka?
The Equi-Trek Day-Treka. It is 85kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 4.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 4 or the Equi-Trek Day-Treka 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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