Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 6 vs Ifor Williams LM105
The Ifor Williams LM105 is 835kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 has a bed 2.49m (8ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 weighs 835kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 has a bed 2.49m (8ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 6 | Ifor Williams LM105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1440kg | 605kg |
| Payload | up to 2060kg | 2895kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m / 6.5m long | 3.01m x 1.68m |
| Internal width | 2.13m / 2.35m | - |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 6, Ifor Williams LM105. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 6 if...
- you want one that has a bed 2.49m (8ft) longer
Chosen by professional race and recovery outfits carrying wider GT or modified cars that need the extra internal width over the Race Transporter 4 and 5. The tri-axle chassis and electric tilt-bed suit frequent, heavier-duty use.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the LM105 if...
- you want one that is 835kg lighter empty
A workhorse flatbed for farmers, landscapers and small hauliers moving bagged materials, bales or machinery with dropsides, sized to fit most towing vehicles rated to 3500kg.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 6 and the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105 is 835kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 has a bed 2.49m (8ft) longer. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is a a tri-axle electric tilt-bed car transporter for heavier or wider vehicles; the Ifor Williams LM105 is a a general-purpose flatbed trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 6 or the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105. It is 835kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 6.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 6 or the Ifor Williams LM105 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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