Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Ifor Williams BV84
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Ifor Williams BV84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1400kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | - |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 8ft x 4ft |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Ifor Williams BV84. 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 2.1 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 BV84 if...
Ifor Williams BV84, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. A compact braked box van from the Ifor Williams range, bought for lockable, weatherproof carrying of tools, stock and household goods, and one of the most common used box trailers on the UK market.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Ifor Williams BV84?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4; the Ifor Williams BV84 is a box van trailer, single axle, 8ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Ifor Williams BV84 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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