Head to head
Brian James T Transporter vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Brian James T Transporter carries 1,998kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James T Transporter carries 1,998kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James T Transporter is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James T Transporter has a bed 2.49m (8ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James T Transporter | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2530kg | 532kg |
| Internal bed | 5.0m x 2.1m | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Axles | Twin (12in steel rims) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 218kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James T Transporter, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 carries 1,998kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 2.49m (8ft) longer
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 P8e if...
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James T Transporter and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James T Transporter carries 1,998kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Brian James T Transporter is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a manual hydraulic tilt-bed; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which carries more, the Brian James T Transporter or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James T Transporter, by 1,998kg.
Can I tow the Brian James T Transporter or the Ifor Williams P8e 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.