Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Brian James Race Shuttle 2
The Brian James Cargo Connect carries 691kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Cargo Connect carries 691kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2600kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | up to 1809kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle | Twin |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | - |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Brian James Race Shuttle 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Cargo Connect if...
- you want one that carries 691kg more
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
A do-it-all flatbed aimed at plant hire firms and trailer rental companies who need one trailer that can carry a car, a mini digger or palletised goods. The tri-axle chassis and long bed make it a common hire-fleet workhorse rather than a car-specific transporter.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
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 Brian James Cargo Connect and the Brian James Race Shuttle 2?
The Brian James Cargo Connect carries 691kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire; the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter offered in fixed or tilt-bed form.
Which carries more, the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Brian James Race Shuttle 2?
The Brian James Cargo Connect, by 691kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect 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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