Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Race Box 610
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Race Box 610 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3,000kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | - |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Bed size | - | 4.50m x 1.95m |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Race Box 610. 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 500kg 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 610 if...
An enclosed twin axle box trailer used to carry tools, motorsport equipment or goods securely and out of the weather. Its 3,000kg rating covers a loaded box without needing a heavier commercial trailer.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Race Box 610?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4; the Race Box 610 is a twin axle enclosed box trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Race Box 610 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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