Head to head
Brian James T Transporter vs M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Brian James T Transporter is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 450kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James T Transporter is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James T Transporter carries 450kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James T Transporter | M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 2530kg | 2080kg |
| Axles | Twin (12in steel rims) | Twin |
| Internal bed | 5.0m x 2.1m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 620kg |
| Internal length | - | 3048mm |
| Internal width | - | 1524mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James T Transporter, M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. 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 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 450kg more
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 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
The longest of M-Tec's standard twin-axle box trailers, aimed at contractors and farmers hauling longer loads such as fencing materials, machinery or multiple pallets in one trip.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James T Transporter and the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James T Transporter is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 450kg more. The Brian James T Transporter is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a manual hydraulic tilt-bed; the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 10ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James T Transporter or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James T Transporter, by 450kg.
Can I tow the Brian James T Transporter or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer 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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