Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 6 vs Erde CH451
The Erde CH451 is 1,331kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 weighs 1,331kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 6 | Erde CH451 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1440kg | 109kg |
| Payload | up to 2060kg | 494kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m / 6.5m long | 200 x 117cm |
| Internal width | 2.13m / 2.35m | - |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 6, Erde CH451. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 6 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross
Chosen by professional race and recovery outfits carrying wider GT or modified cars that need the extra internal width over the Race Transporter 4 and 5. The tri-axle chassis and electric tilt-bed suit frequent, heavier-duty use.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the CH451 if...
- you want one that is 1,331kg lighter empty
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 6 and the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451 is 1,331kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is a a tri-axle electric tilt-bed car transporter for heavier or wider vehicles; the Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 6 or the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451. It is 1,331kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 6.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 6 or the Erde CH451 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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