Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Ifor Williams CT136HD
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 26cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is 26cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 7 | Ifor Williams CT136HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,600kg |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | 1.84m |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | - |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 510kg |
| Internal length | - | 4.0m |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Ifor Williams CT136HD. 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 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 26cm 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 CT136HD if...
The CT136HD suits recovery operators, racers and dealers who need a tougher car transporter than the standard CT136, thanks to its heavy-duty beam axles and multi-leaf suspension. Its 4.0m bed and 2.6 tonne gross weight cover most road cars without the cost of a beavertail trailer.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 7 and the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 26cm wider inside. 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 CT136HD is a ifor Williams' heavy-duty twin-axle car transporter trailer in the CT136 range, built for moving a single vehicle..
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams CT136HD 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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