Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Erde CH451
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,741kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 carries 1,741kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 7 | Erde CH451 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 600kg |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | 494kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | 200 x 117cm |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 109kg |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Erde CH451. 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 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,741kg 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 CH451 if...
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 7 and the Erde CH451?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,741kg more. The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is a the largest Race Transporter, offered in twin or tri-axle form for heavier vehicles; the Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight..
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Erde CH451?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7, by 1,741kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 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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