Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Ifor Williams P8e is 982kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,768kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 982kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 1,768kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 has a bed 2.49m (8ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 218kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 532kg |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,768kg more
- you want one that has a bed 2.49m (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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 982kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e is 982kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,768kg 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 P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 982kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5, by 1,768kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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