Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 3.06m (10ft) longer. The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 740kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 3.06m (10ft) longer.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 740kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 7 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | 2.44m x 1.52m |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 525kg |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Ifor Williams LM85. 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 3.06m (10ft) 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 LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 740kg more
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
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 LM85?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 has a bed 3.06m (10ft) longer. The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 740kg 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 LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 740kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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