Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Ifor Williams BV106
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is 37cm (1ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams BV106 carries 365kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is 37cm (1ft) wider inside.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 365kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 7 | Ifor Williams BV106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | 1.73m |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Overall length | - | 4.70m |
| Internal load length | - | 3.00m |
| Unladen weight | - | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Ifor Williams BV106. 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 37cm (1ft) wider inside
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 BV106 if...
- you want one that carries 365kg more
The BV106 is an enclosed, lockable box trailer aimed at trades and small businesses that need to keep tools, stock or equipment secure and dry between jobs. The taller 7' high-roof version suits bulkier or taller items at the cost of a little extra unladen weight.
Full BV106 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 7 and the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is 37cm (1ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams BV106 carries 365kg more. The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is a the largest Race Transporter, offered in twin or tri-axle form for heavier vehicles; the Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions..
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 365kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams BV106 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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