Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Ifor Williams LM167
The Ifor Williams LM167 carries 420kg 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 LM167 carries 420kg 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 LM167 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | 2655kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | 4.77m x 2.25m |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 845kg |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Ifor Williams LM167. 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 LM167 if...
- you want one that carries 420kg more
For operators carrying wide loads such as pallets in double rows or plant machinery, taking the LM166's length and adding the range's 2.25m wide-bed option.
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 LM167?
The Ifor Williams LM167 carries 420kg 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 LM167 is a a long, wide flatbed trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Ifor Williams LM167, by 420kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams LM167 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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