Head to head
Brian James T6 vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James T6 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James T6 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James T6 | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle | Single or Twin |
| Size | 2.22m x 5.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | - | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed | - | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
Sources: Brian James T6, Woodford Widebody. 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 2.2 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 Widebody if...
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James T6 and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James T6 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James T6 is a car transporter trailer; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Can I tow the Brian James T6 or the Woodford Widebody 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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