Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 4 vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 1,082kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,818kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 4 weighs 1,082kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 4 carries 1,818kg more.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 4 is 1.13m (3.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 4 | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1180kg | 98kg |
| Payload | up to 2320kg | 502kg |
| Internal width | 2.12m | 0.99m |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 4, Erde 143. 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 2.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,818kg more
- you want one that is 1.13m (3.5ft) wider inside
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 143 if...
- you want one that is 1,082kg 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 Transporter 4 and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 1,082kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,818kg more. The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter; 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 Transporter 4 or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 1,082kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 4.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 4 or the Erde 143?
The Brian James Race Transporter 4, by 1,818kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 4 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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