Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Woodford Eco Box
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Woodford Eco Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg or 750kg options |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 205-275kg depending on size |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | - |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Dimensions | - | 3,080 x 1,595 x 1,960mm external (largest, ECO745) |
| Internal load space | - | 2,100 x 1,175 x 1,470mm (ECO745) |
| Axle | - | Single axle, unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Woodford Eco Box. 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 3 tonnes 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 Eco Box if...
A lightweight box trailer built to order in Norfolk, bought by tradesmen and small businesses who want secure, lockable load space without the running costs of a van. It comes in four sizes so buyers can match it to what they need to carry.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Woodford Eco Box?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 3 tonnes 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 Woodford Eco Box is a lightweight single-axle box trailer for general and van-replacement use.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Woodford Eco Box 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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