Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 2.8m (9ft) longer and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 2.8m (9ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 carries 400kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 7 | Brian James Tipper 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | 1835kg to 2500kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 785kg to 1200kg |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Brian James Tipper 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 7 if...
- you want one that has a bed 2.8m (9ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 400kg more
Sits at the top of the Race Transporter range for teams hauling larger or wider vehicles where the Race Transporter 6 is still not wide enough. The twin/tri-axle choice lets buyers trade a little unladen weight against stability at the widest bed option.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 7 and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 2.8m (9ft) longer and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is a the largest Race Transporter, offered in twin or tri-axle form for heavier vehicles; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7, by 400kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Brian James Tipper 2 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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