Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Richardson Trailers Supreme Treble
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 800kg heavier gross and is 60kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Richardson Trailers Supreme Treble weighs 60kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Richardson Trailers Supreme Treble | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,700kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 1,260kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Capacity | - | 2 horses forward, 1 pony reversed |
| External dimensions | - | 5.40m long x 2.29m wide x 2.75m high |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3.54m long x 1.80m wide x 2.33m high |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Richardson Trailers Supreme Treble. 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 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 60kg lighter empty
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 Supreme Treble if...
A three-berth Richardson trailer built for a household with two horses and a pony rather than a full string. The reversed pony bay keeps overall length down compared with three forward-facing berths, which suits smaller yards and tow vehicles.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Richardson Trailers Supreme Treble?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 800kg heavier gross and is 60kg 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 Supreme Treble is a trailer for two horses and a pony, one forward one reversed.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Richardson Trailers Supreme Treble?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5. It is 60kg lighter empty than the Richardson Trailers Supreme Treble.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Richardson Trailers Supreme Treble 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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