Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Tickners CP53
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,870kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 carries 1,870kg more.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is 1.24m (4ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 7 | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | 365kg |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | 865mm |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | 1 |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 135kg |
| Internal length | - | 1470mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Tickners CP53. 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 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,870kg more
- you want one that is 1.24m (4ft) 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 CP53 if...
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 7 and the Tickners CP53?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,870kg more. The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is a the largest Race Transporter, offered in twin or tri-axle form for heavier vehicles; the Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Tickners CP53?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7, by 1,870kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Tickners CP53 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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