Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 500kg heavier gross and is 6cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is 6cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 7 | Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | 2.04m (all models) |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | - |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 719kg to 978kg depending on model |
| Internal length options | - | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed. 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 500kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 6cm 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 TB Tiltbed if...
A flatbed trailer with a tilting deck, built for loading vehicles with low ground clearance or for vehicle recovery, where a fixed ramp angle would ground the car. Recovery operators and low-car owners choose it over a standard flatbed for that reason alone.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 7 and the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 500kg heavier gross and is 6cm 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 TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed 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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