Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Lider 38398
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross and is 60cm (2ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is 60cm (2ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 7 | Lider 38398 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2500kg |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | 150cm |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | 2 |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | - |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 460kg |
| Internal length | - | 300cm |
| Internal height | - | 50cm |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Lider 38398. 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 1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 60cm (2ft) 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 38398 if...
A high-sided twin-axle general purpose trailer for builders and landscapers clearing large volumes of light bulky waste, with over two tonnes of rated payload.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 7 and the Lider 38398?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross and is 60cm (2ft) 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 Lider 38398 is a a braked twin-axle general purpose trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight..
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Lider 38398 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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