Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 has a bed 2.3m (7.5ft) longer and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper 2 is 415kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 has a bed 2.3m (7.5ft) longer.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 415kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 465kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Brian James Tipper 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 785kg to 1200kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 1835kg to 2500kg |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
| Axles | Twin | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Brian James Tipper 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 5 if...
- you want one that has a bed 2.3m (7.5ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 465kg more
Used by race teams and professional recovery operators moving cars that need slightly more bed length or restraint options than the Race Transporter 4 offers. It remains a twin-axle single-car trailer rather than a multi-car hauler.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
- you want one that is 415kg lighter empty
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 has a bed 2.3m (7.5ft) longer and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper 2 is 415kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Tipper 2. It is 415kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5, by 465kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Brian James Tipper 2 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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