Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Brian James Race Shuttle 2
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 150kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 150kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 2600kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | - |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Payload | - | up to 1809kg |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Brian James Race Shuttle 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 27-16 Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 150kg heavier gross
A hydraulic tilt-bed transporter used by recovery operators, car dealers and track-day owners. The hydraulic tilt rather than a winch and ramps is the whole reason to choose it: loading a low or non-running car alone is simple in a way it is not on a flatbed.
Full 27-16 Transporter specifications →Buy or hire the Race Shuttle 2 if...
Bought by club racers and classic car owners who want an enclosed, lockable transporter without stepping up to the larger Race Shuttle 3. The fixed or tilt-bed choice suits both low-slung cars and everyday road cars.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Brian James Race Shuttle 2?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 150kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter offered in fixed or tilt-bed form.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 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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