Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Ifor Williams GP
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 GP is a plant trailer range.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Ifor Williams GP | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Axles | Twin | Tri-axle |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | - |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Ifor Williams GP. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 5 if...
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 GP if...
Ifor Williams GP, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Plant trailers are the working end of groundworks: contractors and hire firms use them to move mini diggers, dumpers and rollers between sites.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Ifor Williams GP?
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 GP is a plant trailer range.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Ifor Williams GP 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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