Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 1,102kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,798kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 1,102kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 1,798kg more.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is 1.13m (3.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 98kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 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 5, Erde 143. 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 2.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,798kg more
- you want one that is 1.13m (3.5ft) wider inside
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 143 if...
- you want one that is 1,102kg 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 5 and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 1,102kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,798kg more. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4; 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 5 or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 1,102kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Erde 143?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5, by 1,798kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 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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