Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Lider 39560
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Lider 39560 is 865kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 865kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Lider 39560 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 335kg |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | 253 x 147 x 30cm |
| Axles | Twin | 2 |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Lider 39560. 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
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 39560 if...
- you want one that is 865kg lighter empty
Bought by gardeners and small landscapers who need to tip loose loads like soil or aggregate without the licence step-up of a braked trailer.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Lider 39560?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Lider 39560 is 865kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4; the Lider 39560 is a an unbraked twin-axle tipping trailer rated at 750kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Lider 39560?
The Lider 39560. It is 865kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Lider 39560 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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