Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 6 vs Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 721kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is rated 500kg heavier gross and is 9cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 weighs 721kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 is 9cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 6 | Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model |
| Unladen weight | from 1440kg | 719kg to 978kg depending on model |
| Internal width | 2.13m / 2.35m | 2.04m (all models) |
| Payload | up to 2060kg | - |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m / 6.5m long | - |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Internal length options | - | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 6, Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed. 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 500kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 9cm wider inside
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 TB Tiltbed if...
- you want one that is 721kg lighter empty
A flatbed trailer with a tilting deck, built for loading vehicles with low ground clearance or for vehicle recovery, where a fixed ramp angle would ground the car. Recovery operators and low-car owners choose it over a standard flatbed for that reason alone.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 6 and the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 721kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is rated 500kg heavier gross and is 9cm wider inside. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is a a tri-axle electric tilt-bed car transporter for heavier or wider vehicles; the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 6 or the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed. It is 721kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 6.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 6 or the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed 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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