Head to head
Brian James T6 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Brian James T6 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James T6 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James T6 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Size | 2.22m x 5.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 141kg |
| Payload | - | 359kg |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James T6, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the T6 if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
Brian James T6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.
Listed by
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Buy or hire the P5 if...
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James T6 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Brian James T6 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James T6 is a car transporter trailer; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Can I tow the Brian James T6 or the Ifor Williams P5 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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