Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Ifor Williams P6e
The Ifor Williams P6e is 1,028kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,722kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 1,028kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 1,722kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 has a bed 3.02m (10ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Ifor Williams P6e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 172kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 578kg |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | 1.98m x 1.21m |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Ifor Williams P6e. 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 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,722kg more
- you want one that has a bed 3.02m (10ft) 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 P6e if...
- you want one that is 1,028kg lighter empty
A step up from the P5 for domestic and light trade users who need a slightly bigger bed while staying under the 750kg limit that avoids the need for brakes.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Ifor Williams P6e?
The Ifor Williams P6e is 1,028kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,722kg 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 Ifor Williams P6e is a a small unbraked general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Ifor Williams P6e?
The Ifor Williams P6e. It is 1,028kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Ifor Williams P6e?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5, by 1,722kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Ifor Williams P6e 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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