Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and has a bed 3.02m (10ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 has a bed 3.02m (10ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 495kg |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | 1985mm x 1220mm |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Tyres | - | 145/70R13 |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM. 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 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 MEG7564TRM if...
A 6'6" x 4' unbraked general purpose trailer with mesh sides and a loading ramp, sized for garden waste, small plant and tip runs. A common entry-level trailer at UK trailer dealers.
Listed by
- Liverseed Trailers - Preston, Lostock Hall, Penwortham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and has a bed 3.02m (10ft) longer. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4; the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM is a general purpose trailer with mesh sides and ramp.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM 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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