Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Brian James Race Shuttle 2
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 carries 369kg more and is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 carries 369kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 2600kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | up to 1809kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | - |
| Internal length | 3190mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Brian James Race Shuttle 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Deauville if...
Bateson's standard horsebox trailer, fitted with a saddle rack and cover as standard, for owners of one or two horses up to 17 hands. It is positioned as a simple alternative to the pricier continental horsebox brands.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the Race Shuttle 2 if...
- you want one that carries 369kg more
- you want one that is rated 300kg heavier gross
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 Deauville and the Brian James Race Shuttle 2?
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 carries 369kg more and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter offered in fixed or tilt-bed form.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the Brian James Race Shuttle 2?
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2, by 369kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville 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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