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Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Richardson Trailers Rosette

The Richardson Trailers Rosette is 380kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Race Transporter 5
Brian James Race Transporter 5 - image: Trek Trailers
Rosette
Richardson Trailers Rosette

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Race Transporter 5Richardson Trailers Rosette
Unladen weightfrom 1200kg820 kg
Gross weight3500kg-
Payloadup to 2300kg-
Internal width2.12m-
Internal bed5.0m / 5.5m long-
AxlesTwin-
Maximum gross weight-1750 kg
Overall length-4.15 m (13 ft 7 in)
Overall width-2.06 m (6 ft 9 in)
Overall height-2.57 m (8 ft 6 in)

Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Richardson Trailers Rosette. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Race Transporter 5 if...

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.

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Buy or hire the Rosette if...

  • you want one that is 380kg lighter empty

A horse trailer from Richardson's range, sold through UK horsebox dealers as a mid-range option for owners moving one or two horses.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Richardson Trailers Rosette?

The Richardson Trailers Rosette is 380kg 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 Richardson Trailers Rosette is a horse trailer.

Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Richardson Trailers Rosette?

The Richardson Trailers Rosette. It is 380kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.

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