Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 1,240kg more and is 1,240kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 1,240kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,240kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 2440kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 1060kg |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg. 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 carries 1,240kg more
- you want one that is 1,240kg lighter empty
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 Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
The Excel trim adds equipment and finish over the standard Equinox on the same 3.5 tonne chassis, aimed at buyers who want a more comfortable cab and living area without moving up a weight class.
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 5 and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 1,240kg more and is 1,240kg 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 Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5. It is 1,240kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5, by 1,240kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg 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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