Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is 27cm wider inside and is 50kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is 27cm wider inside.
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 50kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 2250kg |
| Internal width | 2.12m | 1850mm |
| Axles | Twin | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 5 if...
- you want one that is 27cm wider inside
- you want one that is 50kg lighter empty
Used by race teams and professional recovery operators moving cars that need slightly more bed length or restraint options than the Race Transporter 4 offers. It remains a twin-axle single-car trailer rather than a multi-car hauler.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is 27cm wider inside and is 50kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5. It is 50kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock 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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