Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Ifor Williams LM166
The Ifor Williams LM166 carries 470kg more. The Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 73cm (2.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM166 carries 470kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 73cm (2.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 7 | Ifor Williams LM166 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | 2705kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | 4.77m x 1.98m |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 795kg |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Ifor Williams LM166. 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 73cm (2.5ft) longer
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 LM166 if...
- you want one that carries 470kg more
Bought by contractors and hauliers who regularly carry longer loads, such as fencing materials or several pallets, and need more deck length than the LM106 or LM126 provide.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 7 and the Ifor Williams LM166?
The Ifor Williams LM166 carries 470kg more. The Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 73cm (2.5ft) longer. 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 LM166 is a a long-bed flatbed trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams LM166?
The Ifor Williams LM166, by 470kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams LM166 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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