Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Ifor Williams BV126
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is 37cm (1ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams BV126 carries 285kg 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 BV126 carries 285kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 7 | Ifor Williams BV126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | 2520kg |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | 1.73m |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | Twin (dual) |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.60m |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Ifor Williams BV126. 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 BV126 if...
- you want one that carries 285kg more
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 7 and the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is 37cm (1ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams BV126 carries 285kg 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 BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126, by 285kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams BV126 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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