Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 960kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,790kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 960kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 1,790kg more.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is 90cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 240kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 510kg |
| Internal width | 2.12m | 1220mm |
| Axles | Twin | Single |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Internal length | - | 1820mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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 1,790kg more
- you want one that is 90cm (3ft) wider inside
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 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 960kg lighter empty
An entry-level box trailer for tradespeople and gardeners moving small loads of tools, waste or turf, light enough to tow on a car licence without a trailer test. Its 750kg gross weight keeps it under the unbraked trailer limit.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 960kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,790kg 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 M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 6ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 960kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5, by 1,790kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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