Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Indespension Daxara 158
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,850kg heavier gross and carries 1,760kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,850kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 1,760kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Indespension Daxara 158 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 650kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 540kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Size | - | 4'9" x 3'3" |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked, single axle |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Indespension Daxara 158. 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 2,850kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,760kg more
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 Daxara 158 if...
One of the most common small trailers on British drives: a compact lidded box sold through Indespension and its dealers, bought by campers, anglers and householders for holiday luggage, tip runs and garden waste. At 650kg gross it can be towed by almost any car with a towbar.
Full Daxara 158 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Indespension Daxara 158?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,850kg heavier gross and carries 1,760kg 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 Indespension Daxara 158 is a unbraked single axle camping and leisure trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Indespension Daxara 158?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5, by 1,760kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Indespension Daxara 158 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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