Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 910kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 2.42m (8ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 910kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 has a bed 2.42m (8ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1000kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 290kg |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | 2.58m x 1.58m |
| Axles | Twin | Single |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. 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 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 2.42m (8ft) longer
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 Eurolight EL101-2515 if...
- you want one that is 910kg lighter empty
The EL101-2515 suits owners who only have a small braked towing capacity, since its 1000kg gross weight and single axle keep it within reach of many family cars. Its 2.58m bed still covers everyday jobs like garden waste, flat-pack furniture or a small ride-on mower.
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 Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 910kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 2.42m (8ft) longer. 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 Eurolight EL101-2515 is a a small single-axle flatbed trailer in Ifor Williams' lightweight Eurolight range, built for towing behind cars with a restricted towing limit..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 910kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 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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