Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Erde PM320
The Erde PM320 is 1,140kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,064kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 1,140kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 2,064kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Erde PM320 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 60kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 236kg |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | 200 x 112cm |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Erde PM320. 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 3.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,064kg 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 PM320 if...
- you want one that is 1,140kg lighter empty
Near-identical to the PM310, rated for slightly heavier motorcycles up to 236kg. The two are the same trailer to look at, so the number to check before buying is the wet weight of the bike you intend to carry.
Listed by
- 1Stop Trailers Ltd - Sudbury, Little Waldingfield
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Erde PM320?
The Erde PM320 is 1,140kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,064kg 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 PM320 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Erde PM320?
The Erde PM320. It is 1,140kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Erde PM320?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5, by 2,064kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Erde PM320 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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