Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 6 vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 190kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is 28cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 weighs 190kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 6 is 28cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 6 | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1440kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | up to 2060kg | 2250kg |
| Internal width | 2.13m / 2.35m | 1850mm |
| Axles | Tri-axle | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m / 6.5m long | - |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 6, 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 6 if...
- you want one that is 28cm wider inside
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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is 190kg lighter empty
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 6 and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 190kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is 28cm wider inside. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is a a tri-axle electric tilt-bed car transporter for heavier or wider vehicles; 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 6 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. It is 190kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 6.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 6 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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