Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 6 vs M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 820kg lighter empty and carries 20kg more. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is 61cm (2ft) wider inside and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 weighs 820kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 is 61cm (2ft) wider inside.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 20kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 6 | M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1440kg | 620kg |
| Payload | up to 2060kg | 2080kg |
| Internal width | 2.13m / 2.35m | 1524mm |
| Axles | Tri-axle | Twin |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m / 6.5m long | - |
| Internal length | - | 3048mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 6, M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. 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 61cm (2ft) wider inside
- you want one that is rated 800kg 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 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 820kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 20kg more
The longest of M-Tec's standard twin-axle box trailers, aimed at contractors and farmers hauling longer loads such as fencing materials, machinery or multiple pallets in one trip.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 6 and the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 820kg lighter empty and carries 20kg more. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is 61cm (2ft) wider inside and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is a a tri-axle electric tilt-bed car transporter for heavier or wider vehicles; the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 10ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 6 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. It is 820kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 6.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 6 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer, by 20kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 6 or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer 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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