Head to head
Brian James T Transporter vs Ifor Williams P6
The Brian James T Transporter is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James T Transporter is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James T Transporter | Ifor Williams P6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1000kg |
| Axles | Twin (12in steel rims) | Single |
| Payload | 2530kg | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m x 2.1m | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 6ft x 4ft |
Sources: Brian James T Transporter, Ifor Williams P6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the T Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
A mid-range open transporter for dealers and recovery firms who want a manual tilt-bed rather than the hydraulic-tilt Race Transporter range at a lower cost. Its 5.0m x 2.1m bed suits most single road cars and small vans.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the P6 if...
Ifor Williams P6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. The small Ifor Williams general purpose trailer and the forerunner of the current P6e. Householders and gardeners use it for tip runs, garden waste and DIY materials behind almost any car.
Full P6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James T Transporter and the Ifor Williams P6?
The Brian James T Transporter is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James T Transporter is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a manual hydraulic tilt-bed; the Ifor Williams P6 is a small general purpose trailer, 6ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Brian James T Transporter or the Ifor Williams P6 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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