Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Debon Cargo 1300
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon Cargo 1300 is 720kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 720kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Debon Cargo 1300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 480kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 820kg |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Debon Cargo 1300. 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 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
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 Cargo 1300 if...
- you want one that is 720kg lighter empty
A lightweight cargo box aimed at buyers wanting simple, secure storage for tools or stock without the extra features of the C-series.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon Cargo 1300 is 720kg 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 Debon Cargo 1300 is a a single-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Debon Cargo 1300. It is 720kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Debon Cargo 1300 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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