Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 4 vs Ifor Williams P6
The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 4 | Ifor Williams P6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1000kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single |
| Unladen weight | from 1180kg | - |
| Payload | up to 2320kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 6ft x 4ft |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 4, Ifor Williams P6. 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 2.5 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 P6 if...
Ifor Williams P6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. The small Ifor Williams general purpose trailer and the forerunner of the current P6e. Householders and gardeners use it for tip runs, garden waste and DIY materials behind almost any car.
Full P6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 4 and the Ifor Williams P6?
The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Race Transporter 4 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter; the Ifor Williams P6 is a small general purpose trailer, 6ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 4 or the Ifor Williams P6 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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